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How the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Will Change Criminal Justice and Immigration

The new law aims to shift much of the nation’s law enforcement toward immigration — and could reduce efforts to prevent violent crime.

Closing Argument • 07.12.2025

How to Investigate Prison Staffing Trends in Your State

Our toolkit helps you report on how the widespread, long-term trend of declining prison staff affects both safety behind bars and state budgets.

Investigate This • 03.05.2025

Prison Money Diaries: What People Really Make (and Spend) Behind Bars

We asked people in prison to track their earning and spending — and bartering and side hustles — for 30 days. Their accounts reveal a thriving underground economy behind bars.

Life Inside • 08.04.2022

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