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EPISODE · Jun 3, 2025 · 43 MIN

The federal takeover of Rikers Island

from On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti · host WBUR

New York City has lost control of its jails. In May, a federal judge ruled that the city’s jails, including Rikers Island, will now be run by a manager who will report directly to the court. What’s next for one of the country’s largest and most notorious facilities? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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