After Backlash, the Army Suspends the Discharge of Immigrant Recruits
After news broke in July that the United States Army was quietly discharging immigrant recruits, high-ranking military officials have ordered a halt to the discharges.
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A Ruling by Jeff Sessions Could Keep Abuse Victims From Claiming Asylum
The ruling will likely be challenged by immigration advocates, who have continually pushed back against Sessions' efforts to tighten immigration laws.
How Political Corruption Fuels Gang Violence in Central America
Behind the devastating crime rates in the region lies an insidious network of political collaboration with violent gangs like MS-13.
Derailing Stereotypes of Masculinity, Queerness, and Gang Violence
In her new book, Vanessa Panfil offers a detailed and nuanced portrayal of homosexual life among gangs in Ohio.
A Quick Primer on Outlaw Biker Gangs
Six interesting points on those two-wheeled organized crime outfits.
Joining a Gang Makes People Sick
Seattle’s version of the 7 Up series reveals the long-term damage to adults who were in gangs as kids.
Media as Both Weapon and Defense in the Mexican Drug War
The impact of social media and the press on the drug war, and vice versa.
The Armenian Power Gang, Hollywood Hellions
Meet the little-known crime ring with the lengthiest rap sheet.
'Unprecedented Levels' of Mental Illness Among Gang Members
Young men in gangs are disproportionately prone to anxiety disorders, psychosis.
What Does It Take for Traumatized Kids to Thrive?
About a decade ago, Washington State embarked on an early social experiment to educate people about the impacts of stress on children. The results are starting to show.