Judge Rules Insanity in Case of Man Who Assaulted Virginia Congressman’s Staffers with Bat

Richmond, Va. — A recent trial concluded with a Virginia court declaring a man not guilty by reason of insanity after he attacked the staff of a congressman with a bat. The incident, which took place last year, has raised questions about safety measures in government offices and mental health assessments within the judicial system. The assailant, whose name has been withheld for privacy concerns, had entered the congressman’s office unannounced and began assaulting staffers …

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Wisconsin’s Oldest Prison Faces Closure After Warden and Staffers Charged In Inmate Deaths

Madison, Wisconsin – Wisconsin’s oldest prison, built in the 1850s, has been the subject of closure discussions due to concerns about decay, prolonged lockdowns, and staffing shortages. The recent charges filed against the warden and eight staffers following the deaths of two inmates have intensified calls for action. Advocates for prison reform, families of deceased inmates, and state lawmakers are pushing for change in response to these tragic events. Lonnie Story, an attorney representing families …

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