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The federal takeover of Rikers Island
Published 10 months, 3 weeks ago
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New York City has lost control of its jails. In May, a federal judge ruled that the city’s jails, including Rikers Island, will now be run by a manager who will report directly to the court. What’s next for one of the country’s largest and most notorious facilities?
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