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correction officers
Coverage of correction officers in the Nexus archive.
- Experts dissect ‘us vs them’ prison culture behind recent fatal beatings in New York
A New York state report by WilmerHale reveals systemic issues in prisons, including insufficient training, lack of accountability, and a 'us versus them' culture, following two fatal beatings of inmates in 2024 and 2025. The report highlights false force reports, a failed strike by correction officers, and recommendations for oversight and mental health care reforms.