Maryland Just Created an Independent Watchdog for Foster Kids. Here’s What It Actually Does.

Maryland has passed Kanaiyah’s Law, creating an independent child welfare ombudsman, banning unlicensed foster placements, and tightening guardianship requirements. For…

Top 10 Biggest Scandals and News Stories to Rock Family Courts, Child Custody, and Child Welfare in 2025

2025 exposed both progress and profound failure in America’s family courts. While Congress passed the most significant child welfare overhaul…

Melania Trump’s “Fostering the Future” Executive Order Signals a New Federal Push for Family Preservation and Accountability

The Executive Order introduced by First Lady Melania Trump signals a shift in child welfare policy, emphasizing family preservation, transparency,…

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