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Justice
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How temporary cash assistance helps mothers reclaim their lives — and families — after prison
Guaranteed income programs, even for just a few months, can provide the stability for formerly incarcerated parents to rebuild relationships with their children.
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Debbie Dingell tells her story — even when she doesn't want to
The Michigan congresswoman is again recounting her childhood experiences as funding to combat domestic violence is under threat.
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Ex-Louisville police officer sentenced to 33 months in prison for role in Breonna Taylor raid
Brett Hankison was found guilty last year for violating Taylor’s civil rights in the botched March 2020 police raid of her apartment.
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There are rules protecting children in immigration detention. Trump’s tax law seeks to override them.
The spending bill paves the way for longer periods of detention, which advocates say could weaken established safety standards for children.
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Supreme Court ruling allows Trump to gut Education Dept., sparking fears for vulnerable students
Critics warn mass layoffs will weaken civil rights enforcement, leaving marginalized youth — including students of color, LGBTQ+ students, and those with disabilities — without federal protections.
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The care work of the courtroom: How women lawyers are fighting to keep immigrants safe
Women immigration lawyers approach their cases and their own communities with empathy and education — while navigating policies meant to deter and detain.
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‘We are not believed’: For Black women, the ‘Diddy’ verdict is a reminder of justice denied
Despite convictions on prostitution counts, Sean Combs’ acquittal on sex trafficking and racketeering sparked outrage — and a painful review of whose trauma is taken seriously.
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs found not guilty on most serious counts, guilty on two others
A jury found Sean “Diddy” Combs not guilty on two counts of sex trafficking and a count of racketeering, and guilty on two counts of transportation for purposes of prostitution.
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Miquelle West grew up with a mother in prison. Then she helped set her free.
Decades of advocacy paid off when her mother, Michelle West, walked out after nearly 32 years behind bars.
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EEOC nominee would likely lead ‘real retreat’ from agency’s civil rights mission
Andrea Lucas is appearing before a Senate panel on Wednesday and is expected to be confirmed as EEOC chair. The Trump nominee wants to revisit agency guidance related to pregnancy and gender identity.