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Hochul Hands Cornell Rape Case to Letitia James; Trump Hits Back
What happened
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has removed the Tompkins County DA from a rape case involving Cornell University students and appointed state Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor. The case involves allegations of rape by seven men against a woman known as Jane Doe. The DA had previously declined to bring the case to a grand jury, but the woman had filed a civil lawsuit. James has been given authority to conduct a fresh investigation and bring charges if the facts warrant.
Why it matters
The case has become a three-way collision of state and federal politics, with implications for the handling of campus sexual-assault investigations and the independence of state prosecutors. The case has also raised questions about the handling of the initial investigation and the role of the university. The outcome of the case could have significant implications for the accused individuals and the community.
Key facts
- The case involves allegations of rape by seven men against a woman known as Jane Doe.
- The Tompkins County DA had previously declined to bring the case to a grand jury.
- President Donald Trump has expressed concerns that state Attorney General Letitia James will not provide a fair trial.
- The case has been the subject of a university investigation and a civil lawsuit.
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