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Heidi Washington
Coverage of Heidi Washington in the Nexus archive.
- Michigan prisons leader defends oversight of women’s prison after 3 deaths
The Michigan Department of Corrections director defended oversight of a women’s prison following three inmate deaths within a month. US Rep. Debbie Dingell called for intervention, citing concerns over health and safety conditions, while the department highlighted stable grievance numbers and ongoing investigations.
- Deaths at Michigan women’s prison spur calls for Whitmer to act, director to resign
Deaths at a Michigan women’s prison have led to calls for Governor Whitmer to take action and for the resignation of MDOC Director Heidi Washington. Concerns include inadequate medical care, overcrowding, poor ventilation, and alleged toxic mold.