From some cartel or some predator that's going to prey on them? And if our goal is to keep them out of harm's way and so they're not victims of sex trafficking or exploitation, well, This administration has just put them into that category [victims of sex trafficking or exploitation]. And that's why this legislation is so important. We need to continue to fight for our youth, whether they're in this country or they're coming to this country to seek asylum. (25:00–25:09)
CLAIM
Asserts that current policies increase the risk of exploitation for children.
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