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Government Censorship Hearing & Gascon Loses Lawsuit | 3.10.23

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Los Angeles DA's Office Reforms Have Had Far Reach and Consequences

Gascon got rid of cash bail and sentencing enhancements. He also barred his DA's from prosecuting a variety of nonviolent misdemeanors. Prosecutors say the reforms have resulted in reduced sentences for repeat rapists and murderers. Gascon survived an attempt to recall him, but many Angelenos are still afraid he is more concerned about protecting criminals than prosecuting them.

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