Gov. Bob Ferguson signs executive order protecting children affected by Trump deportations
Ferguson’s executive order directs the “immediate creation of the family-separation rapid response team” in the state’s Department of Children, Youth and Families. He said that for many families statewide, Trump’s policies could inflict untold harms.
Gov. Bob Ferguson signs executive order to create immigration rapid response team
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has signed an executive order to create a rapid response team to support kids who may be separated in an immigration-related action
Ferguson launches WA team to help children whose parents are deported
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has signed an executive order to create a state team focused on responding to the separation of migrant families as the Trump administration promises mass deportations. The “Family Separation Rapid Response Team” will be housed in the state Department of Children,
Washington Gov. Ferguson signs executive order forming family separation response team
In response to President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed an executive order on Monday, aiming to support children if their parents or caregivers are deported or detained.
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson Launches Team to Support Children Amid Immigration Crackdown
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson creates a team to support children facing family separation due to immigration actions.
WA Gov. Bob Ferguson signs executive order in preparation for potential 'mass deportations'
Gov. Bob Ferguson said President Donald Trump's immigration policies will "destabilize families" and harm children.
Gov. Ferguson signs executive order in anticipation of illegal alien deportations
In anticipation of mass deportations of illegal aliens by newly-elected President Donald Trump, Washington state Gov. Bob Ferguson has signed an executive order intended to provide services for children of those deported.
Washington governor launches rapid response team to assist children of immigrants
Governor Bob Ferguson issues executive order to form Family Separation Rapid Response Team to assist children of detained and deported immigrants.
Ferguson creates WA rapid response team to prep for mass deportations
The team intends to help kids whose parents are deported, especially in situations such as if a parent is taken into custody while their child is in school.
Washington state creates response team to protect families from mass deportation
Surrounded by immigrant advocates chanting, “Keep families together!” Gov. Bob Ferguson signed an executive order Monday creating a rapid response team to help Washington families targeted by the Trump administration for deportation.
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