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Private Prison Industry

The private prison industry is a multi-billion dollar industry that relies on government contracting and commercial credit.

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Jan 26, 2026
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What alternatives to detention have evidence of equivalent court appearance rates and lower costs than ICE detention?

Three categories of detention— and supervision under ICE’s ATD/ISAP, the and other intensive case-management pilots, and community-based programs that pair legal representation with social supports—ha...

Jan 28, 2026

What legal and financial mechanisms have universities and banks used to divest from private prison companies?

Universities and banks have used a mix of financial maneuvers—selling equity stakes and excluding future investments—and legal/contractual commitments—restricting new financing or amending lending pol...