Melissa Lopez

Melissa Lopez, director of Diocesan Migrant & Refugee Services Inc in El Paso, shares urgent insights on the overwhelming influx of unaccompanied migrant children at the southern border. She highlights the struggle many face in temporary shelters, exacerbated by pandemic-related constraints. The conversation dives into the complexities of the U.S. immigration system and the urgent need for humane responses to protect these vulnerable kids. With reduced shelter availability and bureaucratic challenges, Lopez emphasizes the necessity for both immediate and long-term solutions.