‘I want the truth’: NY governor appoints prosecutor in Cornell rape case
Summary
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate an alleged gang rape at Cornell University after concerns about the local prosecutor’s handling of the case. The investigation will now be led by the state attorney general’s office, and if there is enough evidence, it will be presented to a grand jury for possible prosecution.Key Facts
- The alleged rape happened at Cornell University in October 2024.
- The Tompkins County district attorney originally decided not to prosecute the case.
- Governor Hochul said the woman who reported the assault was not properly supported by Cornell police or the local district attorney.
- The district attorney did not interview the victim or others before deciding not to prosecute.
- Hochul signed an executive order making Attorney General Letitia James the special prosecutor.
- The district attorney reopened the investigation after the victim filed a civil lawsuit against seven fraternity members.
- Cornell University police shared evidence with prosecutors, and the university disciplined some fraternity members.
- There is ongoing debate in New York about changing laws on sexual consent and intoxication following this case.
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