Tennessee Department of Correction

The Tennessee Department of Correction is a state government agency responsible for the administration of Tennessee's state prisons and the supervision of its incarcerated population.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news now due to the resignation of its commissioner following a failed execution.

Latest on Tennessee Department of Correction

• Tennessee Department of Correction Commissioner Tony Parker resigned on August 28 following the failed execution of convicted murderer Christa Pike.
• Tennessee prison chief resigns after failed execution

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