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A 4-year-old Mexican girl, Sofia, suffering from short bowel syndrome, has been granted a one-year humanitarian parole by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Initially facing deportation, her family's lawyers secured the parole allowing her to continue receiving life-saving intravenous nutrition treatment unavailable in Mexico. The girl, who arrived at the US-Mexico border in 2023, receives treatment at a California hospital. While grateful for the swift action, the lawyers highlighted communication issues with immigration officials and the systemic challenges faced by such families.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.