Our Rescue Awarded $158 Million Contract for Immigrant Children Legal Representation

Why it matters locally: Virginia, as a state with a significant immigrant population and proximity to the nation's capital, could see some of these legal services provided to unaccompanied minors placed within its borders.

WASHINGTON – Our Rescue, a Utah-based organization, has received a $158 million contract to provide legal representation for unaccompanied immigrant children. The contract designates Our Rescue to deliver legal services to these minors. Activist Tim Ballard founded Our Rescue. The organization previously operated under the name Operation Underground Railroad. Our Rescue states it assists law enforcement with sting operations and aids survivors of human trafficking.