Senate Debates Inmate Transfers to Military Barracks Under SOE

July 30, 2025 – Trinidad and Tobago remains on high alert as the state of emergency (SOE) continues. In a dramatic move, high-risk inmates have been transferred from conventional prisons to military barracks, prompting an emergency session of Parliament to approve the action retroactively. The decision has sparked fierce debate over national security, human rights, and the stability of the nation’s justice system. Here’s more from reporter Jewel Greene-George, covering the crucial debate and its implications.