Justice Department investigating Texas Juvenile Justice operations after reports of physical, sexual abuse

USA TODAY

The Justice Department has launched a statewide investigation into the operations of Texas youth detention facilities, citing recent allegations of physical and sexual abuse, inadequate mental health care, and excessive use of solitary confinement. read more »

U.S. lawmakers press for action on maritime sexual assault allegations

REUTERS

U.S. lawmakers on Wednesday urged the Transportation Department to take action to address persistent allegations of rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment made by midshipmen at the government's main school for merchant mariners. read more »

WFT offered money in exchange for public silence about workplace, former employees say

WASHINGTON POST

Lawyers representing the Washington Football Team offered a financial settlement this year in exchange for the silence of female former team employees who allege they endured sexual harassment while working there, according to two former employees. read more »