Cornell Announces Independent Review Amid Claims of Alleged Rape Cover-Up
Summary
Cornell University has hired Sally Yates, a former U.S. deputy attorney general, to lead an independent review of how the school handles sexual misconduct complaints. This comes after an alleged rape case at a fraternity in 2024 and concerns about a possible cover-up by fraternity members.Key Facts
- Sally Yates, who was the Department of Justice’s second-highest official from 2015 to 2017, will conduct the review.
- The review will examine Cornell’s policies, practices, and support systems related to sexual harassment and assault.
- The investigation follows claims that Chi Phi fraternity members may have tried to hide information about the alleged assault.
- Seven fraternity members have been sued and all deny the sexual assault allegations.
- Protests have occurred on campus, including property damage, in response to concerns about Cornell’s handling of the case.
- The alleged assault reportedly involved pressure on the victim to drink and use drugs, and messages inviting others to participate.
- Public figures, including Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have spoken out about the case.
- Cornell wants the review done quickly and aims to improve its response to sexual violence on campus.
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