Trafficked in America (full documentary) | FRONTLINE

“Trafficked in America” is a documentary that investigates the smuggling of Central American teenagers into the U.S. by traffickers. These traffickers deceive the youth with promises of employment and a better life. However, upon arrival, these teenagers are forced into virtual slavery, working to pay off insurmountable debts imposed by their captors. The film highlights the failures in immigration laws and border security that allow such human trafficking networks to thrive. Through interviews and real-life footage, it reveals the tragic exploitation of these vulnerable young individuals, underscoring the urgent need for policy reform and stronger border protection to prevent such abuses.