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Philadelphia InquirerSunday, 24 May 2026
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ADVOCATE TO ADVERSARY
With a chance at freedom, they faced an unexpected obstacle: Their own lawyers.
The story is framed as a long-form investigative report into systemic failures within the legal defense system, specifically focusing on the conduct of court-appointed lawyers in post-conviction cases.
The piece details the case of Milique Wagner and others who claim their court-appointed attorneys hindered rather than helped their appeals against wrongful convictions. It highlights a broader investigation by the Inquirer and ProPublica into legal representation for the indigent.
“Advocate to Adversary”
“Critical of institutional legal failures”
Suit over trans care at CHOP could aid DOJ effort
Miles Shore alleges he was irreversibly harmed by his gender-affirming treatment. The Trump administration took note.
Reports on how a specific medical malpractice lawsuit might intersect with a federal investigation into gender-affirming care practices.
How Rabb charted a progressive path to victory
In the 3rd Congressional District, one strategist said, the lawmaker from Northwest Philly “energized the base.”
A post-election analysis of State Rep. Chris Rabb's successful primary campaign strategy in Philadelphia's 200th District.
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