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Thank you for inviting me to testify about the crisis of trafficked and missing migrant children. We must take urgent action to rescue these children from exploitation, including slave labor and sexual trafficking. Many are working in dangerous conditions to repay debts to smugglers. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has a poor track record of protecting these vulnerable children, often losing them to abusive sponsors. We need immediate measures like DNA testing for children and their sponsors, strict penalties for negligent sponsors, and improved oversight. Child trafficking should be treated as a national security threat, with intelligence and law enforcement mobilized to dismantle these networks. We have a moral obligation to protect these children, and the time to act is now. Thank you for your attention to this urgent crisis. I'm ready to answer any questions.

Children shared harrowing experiences, including being separated from parents at the border. Some were as young as three, relying on others for basic care. Reports of sexual assault in facilities raised concerns, but there was no clear protocol for handling such cases. A significant number of children were processed and placed with sponsors, yet follow-up wellness calls by HHS were reportedly never conducted. This lack of oversight contributed to the alarming number of missing children, with inadequate documentation accepted for placements. There were instances of children being released to individuals with questionable backgrounds, raising serious safety concerns. The situation has led to calls for accountability for those responsible for these failures.

A photo was shown of a terrified little girl who was not related to the man holding her. The man later confessed to renting her. The girl was then turned over to HHS custody. Case managers who are supposed to vet these processes have little to no training in interviewing traumatized children or evaluating documents. Agents have reported that children arrive with numbers on their clothes or bodies, and sometimes multiple children end up with the same sponsor. The thorough vetting process mentioned by the speaker is unclear, as it is unknown if every member of the household is checked or if FBI and Interpol checks are conducted. Only a small percentage of UACs undergo DNA tests or background checks, and some are released to sponsors who are in the country illegally.

The speaker shows wristbands that cartels force people to wear when crossing the border, highlighting the horrors of trafficking and smuggling. They share a photo of a terrified girl who was later revealed to have been rented by a man. The speaker criticizes the vetting process for children in HHS custody, pointing out that case managers lack training in interviewing traumatized children and evaluating documents. They question the thoroughness of the vetting process, mentioning the use of numbers on children's clothes and arms, and the release of children to sponsors who may be in the country illegally. The speaker challenges the secretary on the use of DNA tests and background checks, citing low percentages. They also mention the suspension of DNA requirements in case files. The speaker expresses concern over the large number of missing children under the secretary's watch.

Senator Hawley questions Miss Marcos about the treatment of children in the care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). He highlights reports of children being exploited for labor and sex trafficking, and criticizes the lack of proper vetting and background checks for sponsors. Senator Hawley also questions Miss Marcos about her communication with the secretary and accuses her of not doing her job effectively. He concludes by expressing concern about the large number of unaccompanied children and the lack of oversight in their care.

I've attended another briefing where a witness suggested that people living off-grid, whom ORR can't contact, are fine and simply prefer not to engage with authorities. I find this perspective astonishing. If American citizens are not trusted regarding their children's well-being, why would we trust the word of sponsors with questionable backgrounds, especially if they are undocumented? We risk placing children in the care of known criminals, including MS-13 members and pedophiles. It's unacceptable to assume these children are safe without proper checks. This attitude reflects a shocking indifference to the potential abuse and suffering of these individuals. I completely agree.

Children were sent to addresses flagged for sexual abuse without proper vetting. A whistleblower revealed that the Office of Refugee Resettlement repeatedly placed a child identified as a victim of sex trafficking with abusers. During a recent hearing, the secretary admitted they do not verify the legal status of these children, stating that extensive vetting slows down the process. The priority seems to be moving a large number of children quickly, rather than ensuring their safety.

Tax dollars are being used to facilitate the travel of children who may be trafficked for sex or forced into sweatshops. The lack of verification for family members and the absence of rapid DNA testing under the current administration raise concerns. The head official at the border acknowledged the issue when questioned, admitting that children are being sent to potential traffickers. This disturbing revelation highlights the urgent need for action to address the exploitation of vulnerable children.

The speaker testifies about the urgent need to protect migrant children, including the alarming number of 85,000 missing children. They highlight the exploitation and trafficking that these children face, including working overnight shifts, being sold for sex, and suffering abuse and neglect. The speaker shares their personal experience at a facility in California, where they witnessed indigenous children who couldn't ask for help due to language barriers. They describe the alarming practices of sponsors, including multiple sponsorships and debt bondage. The speaker emphasizes the importance of oversight, transparency, and accountability within the system, as well as the need to prioritize safety over speed. They suggest involving data analysts to rescue children and prosecute criminals, improving the vetting process for sponsors, and holding sponsors accountable. The speaker also calls for an end to retaliation against whistleblowers.

The speaker addresses the committee, expressing concern for the safety of migrant children, particularly the 85,000 missing children. They highlight the exploitation and trafficking of children, including forced labor and sex trafficking. The speaker shares their personal experience at a California intake site, witnessing indigenous children from Guatemala who cannot ask for help due to language barriers. They describe cases of multiple sponsors, debt bondage, and the lack of access to law enforcement for these vulnerable children. The speaker urges the committee to prioritize oversight, transparency, and accountability within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). They suggest utilizing data analytics to rescue children and prosecute criminals, improving the vetting process for sponsors, and holding sponsors accountable. The speaker also calls for an end to retaliation against whistleblowers.

HHS employees are tasked with reuniting children with sponsors, but they often encounter fake documents and inadequate verification processes. Instead of thorough checks, they rely on Google searches to validate IDs, which are often just photocopies. There’s no formal training on how to assess these documents. In one instance, a team discovered that an address they were sending children to was a strip club, revealing a serious oversight in the vetting process. Reports indicate that many children were placed in potentially dangerous situations, with alarming numbers sent to locations linked to trafficking activities. This raises concerns about the effectiveness of child welfare practices under the current system.

Children arriving at the border with questionable guardians are not verified. Taxpayers fund their travel and necessities, potentially aiding traffickers. Officials admit to knowingly sending children into sex trafficking or sweatshops. The lack of DNA testing raises concerns about child safety.

Every child in our care receives a know your rights presentation. I have read The New York Times reports on children working illegally in various industries. Despite the presentations, children are still being exploited by labor and sex traffickers. Releasing them to these traffickers is not helping them.

We have lost track of 500,000 children who had sponsors in this country. We don't know if they are victims of child labor, exploitation, or other crimes. This situation highlights a hypocrisy among those who claim to protect vulnerable individuals, yet overlook these innocent children. My commitment is to support and protect victims of crime, especially children. I am focused on ensuring their safety, and I will not try to convince those who do not understand this priority. The fact remains that we do not know where these 500,000 children are right now.

We have 500,000 children with sponsors in this country that we can't locate. We don't know if they're being subjected to child labor, sexual exploitation, or other crimes. This situation highlights a hypocrisy among those who claim to protect victims, especially innocent children. My commitment is to support and safeguard these vulnerable individuals, and I won't waste time convincing those who don't understand this. My priority has always been safety, and it's alarming that we currently have no idea where these 500,000 children are.

Are you aware that the report revealed children were exploited by someone posing as their aunt, who wasn't actually related? There are several incidents in that Florida report. I may recall some better than others, and I might dispute some, but I don't remember that specific case. What about the teenage girl living in a house with unknown men, lacking a private bedroom? Are you aware that sponsors used a Jacksonville strip club's address for a child? I don’t have the details of the Florida grand jury report in front of me, but I can review it and follow up with you.

Today, we discuss how the Biden administration's open border policy aids drug and human traffickers. Despite warnings and evidence, little action has been taken to address the issue. Whistleblowers have revealed that unaccompanied migrant children are being handed over to criminals, including sex traffickers. Over 85,000 children are unaccounted for after being apprehended or released to sponsors. The administration's lack of response to these concerns shows neglect and a disregard for the safety of these vulnerable children. Action is needed to prevent further harm.

Senator Butler questions Marcus about the "know your rights" presentations given to children in their care. The senator accuses Marcus of releasing children to labor and sex traffickers, highlighting various illegal activities they are forced to do. Marcus acknowledges this and is asked if the presentations actually help in these situations. The senator criticizes the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) for not doing home visits and quotes the secretary's statement about increasing discharges. The senator questions why Marcus didn't resign and asks if they find this morally acceptable. Marcus denies running ORR like an assembly line but is criticized for losing 85,000 children to traffickers. Marcus is unable to provide the number of children in regular contact and is urged to do their job properly and not facilitate child trafficking.

I recently visited the southern border and spoke with the head of the border guards union. Children are coming over with phone numbers and addresses written on them, but we are not thoroughly checking them. This could be leading them into dangerous situations like prostitution and sweatshops, all funded by American tax dollars.

The speaker claims their soon-to-be-released research shows 35,000 "tender age kids" have been rescued. They allege that 70% of documentation from sponsors, arranged by NGOs through HHS, is fraudulent. This created a pipeline of children into sex trafficking and slave labor. Criminal case files are being built by interviewing these children to find out what happened to them. The speaker states they are identifying, locating, and rescuing more children, and building criminal files based on testimony and fraudulent vetting documentation. They predict many NGO employees will be arrested.

Are you aware that a report revealed children were exploited by someone posing as their aunt, who wasn't actually related? There are several incidents in that Florida report. Some I can recall, while others I might dispute, but I don't remember that specific case. Do you recall the teenage girl living in a house with unknown men, lacking a private bedroom? Are you aware that sponsors used a strip club in Jacksonville as the address for where a child should be placed? I don't have the Florida grand jury report in front of me, but I can review it and follow up with you later.

The Biden administration's border policies have led to a surge of unaccompanied children, creating opportunities for exploitation. Vulnerable children are being trafficked with taxpayer dollars due to a failure to properly vet sponsors. One interviewee shared that on her journey over the border, people in her group were robbed, several girls including her were raped, and she witnessed the decapitation. Children are not going to their parents but are being trafficked, with government officials complicit. The HHS ORR program is a failure, allowing children to be trafficked on their watch. Over 500,000 children have arrived at the border alone and are funneled through agencies and contractors with little training to protect them. Children are being placed with sponsors with criminal history and gang affiliations. There is a market for juvenile organ harvesting, and cartels rely on gangs to facilitate trafficking within the U.S. Tax dollars are funding child and human trafficking, essentially slavery, sanctioned by the government and NGOs.

I appreciate Senator Grassley's investigation into sponsors of migrant children, highlighting cases of abuse and trafficking. Concerns are raised about the safety of children like Carmen and Maria, released to sponsors with criminal histories and gang affiliations. Over 500,000 unaccompanied children have entered the US, lacking protection from trafficking. The speaker, a whistleblower, faced retaliation for reporting on MS 13 gang affiliations. Despite challenges, the speaker thanks Senator Grassley for protecting whistleblowers and advocating for child safety.

Senator Hawley questions Miss Marcos about the treatment of children in the care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). He highlights reports of children being forced into labor and sex trafficking, and criticizes the lack of proper background checks and home visits for sponsors. Miss Marcos acknowledges these issues but emphasizes the thorough vetting process and the organization's commitment to child safety. The senator accuses ORR of facilitating child trafficking and criticizes their lack of knowledge about the number of children they are in contact with. The conversation becomes heated, with the senator expressing his frustration and disbelief at the situation. The video then transitions to a news report about Chicago police officers accused of having relationships with migrants living at a police station. Finally, a whistleblower testifies about witnessing child trafficking and exploitation within ORR and calls for increased oversight, transparency, and accountability to protect vulnerable children.

I joined HHS ORR to help reunite children with their families but found they were being trafficked due to contractor negligence. Despite reporting cases, children were sent to unsafe places with fake sponsors. Leadership ignored concerns and prioritized speed over safety. Calls to check on children were stopped, and a "strike team" was created to expedite removals, disregarding trafficking warnings. My offers to ensure contract compliance were rejected. This program is a failure, allowing taxpayer-funded child slavery. I urge senators to investigate and demand action to save these exploited children.