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A $150M contract for migrant kids’ lawyers goes to a Trump-linked Houston firm, raising concerns

Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Associated Press, as published by Houston Public Media · August 5, 2026 · 1 min read

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In The Woodlands area, a significant contract has been awarded. The contract is valued at $150 million. Further information about this contract is available from Houston Public Media.

A local law firm received this contract to provide legal services to migrant children. One of the firm's founders has a background in federal government service, having worked at two agencies during a previous presidential administration.

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Category: local · Published: August 5, 2026 · Source: Houston Public Media · Reading time: 1 min

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A $150M contract for migrant kids’ lawyers goes to a Trump-linked Houston firm, raising concerns

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