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Published report: Transgender woman transfers from men’s prisons following abuse claims

A transgender woman who has been improperly confined in men's prisons for over 17 months is now being transferred to a New Jersey's women's prison following abuse and harassment claims.

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Aug 29, 2019, 11:38 AM

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