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New this week from Solitary Watch: In an op-ed originally published in the Los Angeles Times, Solitary Watch contributor Edwin E. Chavzs, describes the dilemma he faces as an incarcerated immigrant: apply for parole and face deportation or remain incarcerated. Currently held at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center,  Chavez previously spent many years in solitary confinement, […]

Seven Days in Solitary

Incarcerated Immigrant Chooses U.S. Prison Over Deportation to a “Virtual Death Sentence”…and Other News on Solitary Confinement This Week

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by Lizzie Twardock

March 18, 2026

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Exposing the “Real Scandal” Behind the Solitary Cell Where Epstein Died…and Other News on Solitary Confinement This Week

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by Lizzie Twardock and Jean Casella

February 11, 2026

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Death of ICE Detainee Restrained by Guards Is Ruled a Homicide…and Other News on Solitary Confinement This Week

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by Lizzie Twardock

January 28, 2026

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American Psychological Association Resolution Calls for Ban on Youth Solitary…and Other News on Solitary Confinement This Week

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by Sara Vogel

March 13, 2024

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Seven Days in Solitary [9/16/18]

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by Valerie Kiebala

September 16, 2018

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Seven Days in Solitary [10/22/17]

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by Valerie Kiebala

October 22, 2017

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