Bethany Christian Center recently questioned Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' order on shelter licensing. The nonprofit said that it went against what the Christian faith stands for. 

Putting Children at Risk

In a report with Spectrum News, the senior vice president of Public and Government affairs expressed his sentiments. Nathan Bult told the news outlet that the governor's decision not to issue licenses for the shelters would put children at risk. 

He further reminded the public that it was their duty as Christians to love and care for their neighbors. Bult added that the unaccompanied children should have a safe place to stay before reuniting with their families. 

Gov. DeSantis recently did not allow state shelters to house new migrant children. His move led many organizations to urge DeSantis to reconsider his actions. 

Forcing Children Out of State

According to the news report, many children stay at these shelters while waiting for a sponsor. Most of the time, a family member sponsors them and takes them in. 

Melissa Marantes told the news outlet that the move could lead to hundreds of children being forced to move out of state. Marantes is the Orlando Center for Justice executive director. 

She pointed out that these children already had to undergo enough trauma. Marantes believed that it was their duty to help these minors de-escalate from whatever traumatic event they saw. 

Traumatic Events

One of those who experienced such trauma is Ashly. She recently became a legal resident through special immigrant juvenile status. 

Ashly shared that she experienced trauma when she was in a detention center. 

At the time, she and her then thirteen-year-old brother were detained at the border. She was separated from her older sibling in another detention center with the girls.

They both made the journey from Guatemala to meet their father in the United States. 

Ashly admitted that it was a difficult time for her. She remembered crying at night, wanting to be with her brother. 

Both were soon moved to a residential center. They would later be reunited with their father in Florida. 

The governor's office said that DeSantis does not plan to change his mind on the executive order.

Governor Will Not Withdraw his Stance

According to Christina Pushaw, the governor's press secretary, DeSantis will not withdraw his stance. She told the news outlet that the decision was made to serve the best interests of Florida. 

Pushaw stressed that these measures are meant to protect Floridians. 

The secretary pointed out that DeSantis wanted to protect the state's most vulnerable children.

Ashly told the news outlet that she hopes that decision changes. She dreams of becoming a pediatric nurse and helping little kids when she grows up. 

Denouncing Governor

In a report with NBC News, several high-profile business and religious organizations are denouncing DeSantis. They said the move would hurt children and the state's economy. 

Former Republican Mike Fernandez called the entire situation cruel. He is a wealthy donor of the state. 

Fernadez denounced DeSantis and called his actions shameful. He told the governor that he should reconsider his decisions for the good of the children of today. 

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