A federal judge has officially seized control of Rikers Island from New York City, appointing a remediation manager to address serious issues of violence and inmate treatment. U.S. District Judge Laura Taylor Swain's ruling includes granting the manager broad powers to enforce policy changes, hire staff, and ensure accountability within the Department of Correction. Attendees represented by plaintiff attorneys hailed the decision as historic, reflecting a necessary shift towards justice and accountability amidst longstanding federal concerns regarding inmate conditions since 2015.
A federal judge has seized control of Rikers Island, citing ongoing constitutional rights violations, and will appoint a remediation manager for oversight.
The appointed remediation manager will have broad powers to implement necessary reforms and enforce policies, aiming to restore control to the city's Department of Correction.
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