Schiraldi became the most controversial appointee of Gov. Wes Moore (D) and the only nominee without a unanimous Senate vote.
Vincent Schiraldi, the former head of New York City’s corrections department and former director of juvenile corrections in the District, was confirmed Tuesday by the Maryland Senate to run the state’s Department of Juvenile Services.
After citing some crimes committed by juveniles across the state, Minority Whip Justin Ready said he worries that Schiraldi’s appointment will result in more crime and less accountability.“We can’t double down on more failed and dangerous policies,” Ready said.
Other lawmakers rose in support of Schiraldi, including Sen. C. Anthony Muse , who has worked on juvenile justice reform and said he wants to give Schiraldi the opportunity to serve while also holding him accountable.“Without getting into detail, I was one of those kids,” Muse said. “I did have wraparound services and I had one day in prison. I’m sure that’s the way I would have gone, but by the grace of God, I’m here.
“The legislature is showing what we believe, that this is an incredibly dynamic, incredibly qualified group of Cabinet secretaries who are ready to lead,” Moore said in a brief interview. “I’m thankful that now we can get rid of the acting titles on Vinny Schiraldi and all of the others because they are ready to get to work.”
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