Investigative researcher Hannah Dreier revealed in a New York Times investigation the widespread exploitation of migrant children in some of the most dangerous jobs in the country. These kids are just on their own in these situations, with very little resources and very few ways out,” says Dreier.

  •  Hirom   ( @Hirom@beehaw.org ) 
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    Migrant children are being exploited because they are vulnerable. Most are either unaccompanied, or have relatives who are undocumented, so wouldn’t turn to the police for help.

    If these children aren’t actively protected, they’re going to be exploited.