Criminal justice reform
Ron DeSantis delivers blow to Republicans
Florida's governor defied his state legislature on Tuesday by vetoing a popular criminal justice reform bill.
Democrats Champion Punitive Workarounds as Shopkeepers Languish
Determination not to cede progressive wins has boxed Democrats out of pushing hard for legislative change needed for public safety.
Eric Adams slams bail reform after violent attacker freed from jail
The New York City mayor's comments come after a man caught on surveillance video assaulting a civilian with a baseball bat posted bail last week.
Biden under pressure for marijuana reform after Brittney Griner release
Marijuana arrests account for over half of drug-related arrests in the U.S. and disproportionately affect Black Americans.
The Progressive Case for Ankle Bracelets
If more parolees and probationers were subject to electronic monitoring, it would help them rehabilitate and reduce incarceration.
Want Criminal Justice Reform? Don't Be Like New York
The pre-trial system needs a change. Let's learn from New York's mistake and get it right.
"My friend on death row taught me a valuable life lesson"
Rachel McMillian writes about what she learned from Keith LaMar, in this exclusive Newsweek essay.
Libertarian votes could save Herschel Walker in Georgia runoff
The loss of Georgia Libertarian Party candidate Chase Oliver could lead to victory for Republican Herschel Walker.
Small Counties Are Making Major Strides on Criminal Legal Reform
Here's how and why big cities should take note.
The Civilizational Suicide of 'Criminal Justice Reform'
America, in the year 2022, does not suffer from an over-incarceration problem. On the contrary, we suffer from an under-incarceration problem.
Michael Savage Accuses Trump of 'Grave Error' on Prison Reform
The far-right commentator described Kardashian, who has fought for prison reform, as "a waste of human DNA."
The Death of 'Criminal Justice Reform'
Some recent trend lines finally seem to point away from decarceral anarchy, and toward civilizational sanity.
Prosecutors, Attorneys General Ask Biden for Criminal Justice Task Force
The request is part of an effort by progressive groups to put pressure on the president and Justice Department to overhaul the criminal justice system.
The Real Radicals Aren't in Washington
Soros-backed Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has taken a soft-on-crime approach to the 2020 riots and their aftermath.
Served My Time But Still Not Free: The Legal Stigma of my Record Haunts Me
If America is sincere about opportunity, redemption and safety, the word "criminal" must no longer be used as an indelible stain.
When the Center Cannot Hold
Republicans must be willing to differentiate themselves from Democrats on the foundational issue of securing law and order.
Trump and Biden Both Have Complicated Records on Criminal Justice Reform
Democrats and Republicans back their candidate for being the best person voters can choose for criminal justice reform, but neither has a flawless record.
Debate: Does America Have a Mass Incarceration Problem?
Marc Levin of Texas Public Policy Foundation's Right on Crime initiative debates Rafael A. Mangual of Manhattan Institute and City Journal.
Mass Decarceration Is Not the Answer
Government's first, and most solemn, duty is to protect the safety of its citizens.
The Long Step Back for Law and Order
Our politics is less defined by Left versus Right than it is by We the People versus the ruling class.
How the Coronavirus Jailbreaks Caused Mass Looting
Criminals cannot loot and vandalize if they're taken off the streets.
Companies Can Keep Their Hollow Statements on Racism. We Need Real Change
So you're saddened? So you're with us? Then make real structural changes within your company, organization, university or other institution.
If You Want to Vote for Change, Don't Use President Trump as a Scapegoat
Think more carefully about who the real agent for "change" is at the ballot box this November.
We Must Treat Police Officers Like Soldiers
Following the death of George Floyd, there are concrete steps we can take to better hold rogue police officers accountable.
Congress Rushes to Tackle Police Reform As Some Question Role in Fixing It
Lawmakers are split on how to address the strained relationships that persist between law enforcement and communities of color.
After George Floyd's Death 400 Groups Sign Letter Urging Police Reforms Now
400 organizations across the U.S., ranging from the National Bar Association to the National Association of Realtors, co-signed a letter to Congress demanding immediate police reform legislation in the wake of George Floyd's death.
Trump's Spokesperson Says President Is 'Against Aggressive Sentencing'
"States with a very powerful death penalty on drug dealers don't have a drug problem," Trump said.
Carlson Guest Says Dems Want Criminal Justice Reform Due to False Narrative
Heather Mac Donald said that the Democratic party is caught in "the grips of a false narrative" when it comes to criminal justice reform because "overwhelmingly" "law-abiding black" citizens are the ones killed.
Philly DA Calls Joe Biden 'Dumbest Guy' at Democratic Event
Philadelphia district attorney Larry Krasner had harsh words for former Vice President Joe Biden at an event on the campus of The University of Pennsylvania Tuesday night, calling the presidential candidate "the dumbest guy."