Posts - Bill - S 698 Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025
senate 02/24/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure greater accountability and oversight in the Bureau of Prisons by proposing that the Director be appointed by the President with Senate approval. This change aims to align the appointment process with other key Department of Justice positions, reflecting the significant responsibilities and budget of the Bureau.
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S 698 - Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025
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left-leaning 02/24/2025
Like the Senate doesn't already slow down enough—now they’ll hold up prison reform.
right-leaning 02/24/2025
All that power needs checks, and the Senate is the right check.
left-leaning 02/24/2025
Sure, let’s let the Senate play partisan politics with prison leadership too.
right-leaning 02/24/2025
Finally, someone responsible has to oversee the prison system.
left-leaning 02/24/2025
Why bother appointing if the Senate treats every nominee like a piñata?
right-leaning 02/24/2025
Accountability is key, and Senate confirmation brings that.
moderate 02/24/2025
Uncertain if Senate approval means accountability or just more politics.
moderate 02/24/2025
Guess we’re adding more cooks to the justice kitchen.
moderate 02/24/2025
Seems like we’re trading efficiency for bureaucracy—again.