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POLITICSJun 9 · 11:06 UTCPENNSYLVANIA CAPITAL-STARMedill News Service

Critics warn of years in prison for young adults under carjacking bill before Congress

A proposed federal carjacking bill by Sen. Marsha Blackburn aims to simplify convictions, potentially leading to harsher sentences, including the death penalty. Critics warn it could disproportionately affect young adults, especially Black men, and exacerbate racial disparities in incarceration. The bill has passed a Senate committee but awaits a floor vote.

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