The illegal strike by corrections officers in New York has entered its sixth day, sparking significant unrest in multiple state prisons. Elected officials are joining the protest, with state lawmakers echoing calls for a resolution. In the meantime, the state has declared striking officers to be considered AWOL and has begun docking their pay for each day of the strike. Meanwhile, inmates are experiencing deteriorating conditions as prison staff shortages mount. The situation escalated dramatically with reports of inmates taking control of dorms and a prison coach bus being set on fire amidst the protests. In response, Governor Hochul has activated the National Guard to replace striking officers at various facilities. Negotiations are expected to begin shortly, but unrest continues to spread across the correctional system, with wildcat strikes reported upstate and unrest noted in facilities like Ogdensburg and Malone. The strikes have prompted discussions about the HALT Act, with some correction officers demanding its repeal. As conditions worsen, both advocates and officials are seeking urgent solutions to restore order.