Tag: End Child Trafficking Now Act

Commentary: Human Trafficking is Modern Day Slavery

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Human trafficking received increased national attention this month as millions of Americans watched in horror as the abuse that victims face played out on the big screen. Current estimates place the number of human trafficking victims at 28 million, far beyond what most Americans considered possible. While many of our friends and neighbors may perceive human trafficking to be an overblown third-world phenomenon, in reality the modern day slave trade is very real — and very pervasive — right here at home.

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Tennessee Department of Health Engages in Human Trafficking Awareness Campaign

Peter D'Abrosca

The Tennessee Department of Health (TDOH) will work with local leaders to support the Red Sand Project between July 25 and 31.

‘’Human trafficking is a hidden crime in our state and across the country because victims rarely come forward to receive help or services,’’ said Tennessee Health Commissioner Ralph Alvarado, MD, FACP. ‘’It’s up to all of us to bring an end to the exploitation of vulnerable individuals. The Red Sand Project reminds us how crucial it is for communities, both urban and rural, to engage in awareness and education activities that support survivors of human trafficking and strengthen our prevention efforts.”

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U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn Re-Introduces Bill to Require Familial DNA Testing at the U.S.-Mexico Border

Kaitlin Housler

Tennessee U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn re-introduced a bill requiring a DNA test to determine the relationship between illegal immigrants and any accompanying children crossing the U.S.-Mexico border.

Blackburn’s End Child Trafficking Now Act comes as the Biden administration reportedly ended all DNA familial testing at the border last week on May 31, according to a memo obtained by Just the News.

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