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Why Doesn’t the U.S. Government Know How Many People Die in Custody?

Under the Death in Custody Reporting Act, the government is supposed to track how many people die in law enforcement custody — but the data is a mess.

Feature • 08.07.2025

They Exposed Police Misconduct. Now They’re Paying a Steep Price.

Whistleblower laws have advanced in public and private sectors, but protections for police who report illegal or unethical behavior lag far behind.

Closing Argument • 08.03.2024

‘A Moral Disgrace’: How The U.S. Stopped Counting Deaths Behind Bars

The Department of Justice is failing miserably at collecting data on deaths. Experts say that makes it hard to identify the worst prisons and jails.

Closing Argument • 09.24.2022

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