A federal judge has ruled that the extreme heat conditions faced by inmates in Texas prisons are unconstitutional, citing the lack of air conditioning and the harsh temperatures as a form of cruel and unusual punishment. This decision comes amidst a growing number of lawsuits against the state regarding the living conditions in its correctional facilities. Although the judge has acknowledged the severity of the situation, he did not mandate the installation of air conditioning, leaving inmates to continue enduring the oppressive heat. Investigations have revealed that prison staff falsified records concerning temperature conditions, raising further concerns about the treatment of prisoners.