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New immigration rules require almost-unattainable evidence for many abuse survivors  

Advocates say stricter immigration documentation requirements ignore the realities of abuse, prompting concerns that victims will be denied protection.
by Nada Hassanein, Stateline July 9, 2026 Updated July 9, 2026

What recent killings of Black women reveal about a growing crisis

Recent deaths of prominent Black women point to a national epidemic that has persisted for decades. The problem is particularly acute in Louisiana, where 24% of the people killed in intimate-partner violence were Black women.
by Jonathan Franklin, Capital B May 13, 2026 Updated May 13, 2026

In abusive relationships, the end can be the most dangerous part

Two tragedies, in Virginia and Louisiana, highlight the peril that some women and children face during divorce or separation.
by Barbara Rodriguez, Mariel Padilla, Jasmine Mithani, The 19th April 24, 2026 Updated April 22, 2026

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