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“We’re Losing Ground”: DA Jordan, Local Officials Join Growing Call for Action as State Human Trafficking Report Reveals Rural Vulnerabilities
Washington County District Attorney J. Anthony Jordan is sounding the alarm on the growing challenges of combating human trafficking in rural areas, following the release of a New York State Assembly Minority Conference report. The report highlights how recent bail reform laws and inadequate emergency housing have left victims with fewer options for safety and support. Jordan criticized the removal of judicial discretion, which has hindered interventions and allowed traffickers to operate with impunity. Local officials are calling for increased funding, legislative changes, and standardized training to protect victims and hold traffickers accountable.