Judge Halts Deportation of Guatemalan Children Amidst Legal Battle

A US federal judge has halted the Trump administration's plans to deport unaccompanied Guatemalan migrant children, extending temporary protection and highlighting ongoing legal battles over immigration policies. The injunction is part of a broader fight against Trump's hard-line agenda, as related cases unfold in Arizona and Illinois.

A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction to prevent the immediate deportation of unaccompanied Guatemalan migrant children by the Trump administration. The decision by Judge Timothy J Kelly comes after attempted removals over the Labor Day weekend and extends existing temporary protections indefinitely.

The injunction responds to the Republican administration's hard-line immigration policies, emphasizing the ongoing legal struggles over how to handle migrant children who have entered the US alone. Kelly's ruling ensures these children remain in shelters and foster care instead of being sent back to Guatemala.

This decision follows narrower temporary restraining orders in Arizona and Illinois, as courts continue to assess the legality and implications of the administration's actions. These cases spotlight the contentious debate over US immigration policy and the treatment of migrant children.

(With inputs from agencies.)