Category: Politics
Mayor Eric Adams declared a state of emergency in New York City jails, blocking key parts of a law that would have banned solitary confinement just before it was set to take effect. This decision follows a contentious battle between the City Council and the mayor, who argues that the law compromises safety in jails. Critics of solitary confinement label it as torture, while city officials maintain that temporary isolation is necessary to prevent violence among detainees.
Keywords: solitary confinement, New York City jails, Mayor Eric Adams
Update At: 7/29/2024