prison conditions
Coverage of prison conditions 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.
- Michigan prisons leader defends oversight of women’s prison after 3 deaths
Three women died within a month at Michigan’s only women’s prison, prompting US Rep. Debbie Dingell to question state officials about oversight, mold, medical care, and prison conditions.
- After years of stifling heat, Vermont invests nearly $10.5 million in prison air conditioning
Vermont has approved a $10.5 million investment to install air conditioning in correctional facilities after years of heat-related complaints from staff and incarcerated individuals. The funding will address permanent cooling systems at Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield and Northern State Correctional Facility in Newport, while two other prisons will remain without permanent AC.
- Grim reality of prison conditions laid bare in damning report
A report reveals that inmates in England and Wales face overcrowded, unsanitary prison conditions with vermin presence and gang control over entire wings. The independent monitoring board warns these failures risk becoming normalized.
- Venezuelan prisoners stage rooftop protest over alleged abuse and shootings
Inmates at Venezuela's Barinas prison staged a rooftop protest to demand justice over alleged abuse and shootings. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about prison conditions and human rights in the region.
- Inside the prison of the living dead: DAVID JONES goes deep into El Salvador's godforsaken 40,000 capacity mega prison... and his account will shake you to the core
David Jones provides an investigative account of El Salvador's massive 40,000-capacity mega prison, describing conditions that are presented as deeply disturbing and inhumane. The report focuses on the harsh realities within what is characterized as a 'godforsaken' facility housing a large prison population.
- White House shooting suspect accused of trying to assassinate Trump complains prison conditions are a breach of his rights
A suspect accused of attempting to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House has complained that his prison conditions violate his rights. The individual is currently detained and facing legal proceedings related to the alleged attack.
- White House shooting suspect accused of trying to assassinate Trump complains prison conditions are a breach of his rights
A suspect accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump has complained about prison conditions, claiming they breach his rights. The case involves a shooting incident at the White House and ongoing legal challenges by the suspect.
- Pope Leo urges justice reform in Equatorial Guinea’s prisons
Pope Leo has called for justice reform in Equatorial Guinea's prisons during his visit, highlighting concerns over inhumane conditions. His advocacy aims to push the country toward improving prison treatment and systemic reforms.