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Maryland Appoints Tolentino to Reform Juvenile Services Amid Crisis

6/12/2025

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Maryland's Governor Wes Moore has appointed Betsy Fox Tolentino as the acting secretary of the Department of Juvenile Services, following Vincent Schiraldi's resignation amid mounting criticism over escalating juvenile crime. With 18 years of experience, Tolentino is poised to implement vital reforms in a system under fire for its handling of accountability and safety.

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Maryland's Governor Wes Moore has appointed Betsy Fox Tolentino as the acting secretary of the Department of Juvenile Services, following Vincent Schiraldi's resignation amid mounting criticism over escalating juvenile crime. With 18 years of experience, Tolentino is poised to implement vital reforms in a system under fire for its handling of accountability and safety.