The article examines the parallels between the institutional protection mechanisms in Congress and family courts, highlighting how powerful figures evade…
Maryland Just Created an Independent Watchdog for Foster Kids. Here’s What It Actually Does.
Maryland has passed Kanaiyah’s Law, creating an independent child welfare ombudsman, banning unlicensed foster placements, and tightening guardianship requirements. For…
Federal foster care watchdog quietly rewrote the rules — then sent Maryland a smaller bill
A November 2025 letter from the Children's Bureau reversed a national foster care reimbursement policy, reducing Maryland’s disallowance by $16.…
Inside the California Custody Cartel
In California, family courts are criticized for prioritizing profit over justice, leading to parents like Brenna Gano losing custody rights.…
When Family Court Leaves the Courtroom
The article highlights the risks parents face in private judicial proceedings, particularly in family court settings, where critical decisions may…
Follow the money: how $1 billion in federal bonuses built an incentive to separate families
Since 1997, the federal government has allocated over $1 billion in adoption bonuses to states, with additional funding of $52…
The Fracturing Foundation
The decline in birth rates and marriage in the U.S. has led to significant societal issues, including rising juvenile crime…
The Case That Wouldn’t End
The Reichert v. Hornbeck case highlights systemic failures in family court, showcasing a 16-year cycle of unresolved litigation stemming from…
Months Missing: The Tristan King Case Shows How the System Failed a Child
Tristan King, a nine-year-old boy missing for nearly six months in Baltimore, was ultimately found alive, raising serious concerns about…
What the Defendant Admitted Under Oath
The Hornbeck deposition highlights the complexities of parental custody disputes in family court, where personal narratives often clash. Under oath,…