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News in English (USA) / 18.12.2024 / 01:00

U.S. Government Settles Sexual Abuse Lawsuits for $116 Million

The U.S. Bureau of Prisons has agreed to a historic settlement of nearly $116 million to resolve lawsuits related to rampant sexual abuse at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin, California. The settlement will benefit over 100 women who were victims of sexual assault by prison staff, marking the largest payout in Bureau of Prisons history. This decision aims to address the severe allegations and provide justice to the survivors of the abuses that occurred within the facility.
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