Biden Administration Seeks Partial End to Flores Agreement

The Biden administration seeks partial relief from federal court oversight of custody conditions for child migrants by terminating the Flores agreement at the U.S. Health and Human Services Department while maintaining it at Border Patrol and Homeland Security. The administration argues that new safeguards effective July 1 align with the Jenny Flores settlement, ensuring children's well-being. Advocates oppose lifting court supervision, citing concerns about regulatory gaps in states revoking licenses for child migrant facilities, potentially risking child safety. U.S. District Judge Dolly Gee will review the request in Los Angeles, with court oversight allowing advocates to monitor facilities and file complaints for necessary changes.