Report: Sessions Directed Prosecutors To Separate Families At Border

The transcript discusses the US government's family separation policy at the southern border, initiated under the Trump administration. Sessions directed US attorneys to enforce this policy, leading to the separation of many families, including asylum seekers from Central America. The policy was intended as a deterrent, but faced criticism for its harsh impact, including separating breastfeeding infants from mothers. A Justice Department report highlighted these issues, but its accuracy was disputed by a spokeswoman.

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