"We write to you with extreme concern regarding the increased numbers of unaccompanied children (UC) that have been crossing the border and the care provided to them," the lawmakers wrote. Carter and the GOP reps have requested a briefing with newly-confirmed Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra to learn more about the transport, care and safety of the children. The Biden Administration is dealing with a surge of migrants trying to enter the United States. Law enforcement encountered 100,441 migrants at the border in February, according to Customs and Border Protection (CBP). CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPOf the 100,441 migrants encountered in February, 9% -- or 9,457 -- were unaccompanied children.

Source: Fox News March 20, 2021 15:11 UTC