💨 Abstract

The article discusses a 234-page report from the D.C. Auditor highlighting the urgent need for a new city jail to replace the aging facility at 1901 D Street SE. Auditor Kathy Patterson emphasized the worsening conditions, chronic understaffing, and design flaws that pose significant risks, including high rates of overdoses and deaths. The report also noted that inmates spend significantly longer in D.C. jail compared to other similar facilities.

Courtesy: Dan Ronan