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Justice Department launches investigation into conditions at L.A. County men's jail after years of complaints
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· September 9, 2026
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Sheriff Robert Luna was notified Wednesday that federal officials would be looking into whether L.A. County officials have violated the Constitution over conditions at the downtown jail.
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