Nolan Wells Case: DOJ Review Sought, Horn Island's Federal Status in Focus

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1. Newsweek

   Nolan Wells Case: DOJ Review Sought, Horn Island's Federal Status in Focus ↗ (opens Newsweek)

   Published Aug 13, 2026

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   A DOJ review is being sought in the Nolan Wells case as advocates point to Horn Island's federal status and lingering questions.

2. ABC News

   Congressional Black Caucus urges DOJ to review Nolan Wells case ↗ (opens ABC News)

   Published Aug 13, 2026

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   Supporters of Nolan Wells’ family announced that the CBC sent a request on Wednesday to the DOJ to launch a federal review into the death of the 18-year-old.

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