1. The Trump administration is committing violence against children

From Washington Post: "Separating families at the border will inflict long-term damage on young people."

2. Trump and the Baby Snatchers

From New York Times: "Family separation is one of the most callous policies Trump has implemented."

3. Toxic effects of stress on children separated from parents

From The Hill: "This kind of trauma overwhelms the body. It causes feelings of terror and helplessness. Stress hormones flood the body."

About the Author

Keep Reading

Former state Sen. Jason Esteves' Democratic campaign for governor is focused on economic opportunity. He said attending North Columbus High School (in background) opened opportunities that friends at other Columbus schools did not have. (Anna Girzone for the AJC)

Credit: Anna Girzone for the AJC

Featured

Tracy Woodard from InTown Cares (left) and Lauren Hopper from Mercy Care organization work with residents at the Copperton Street encampment in August 2024. 
(Miguel Martinez / AJC)

Credit: Miguel Martinez