Hochul Names Letitia James as Special Prosecutor in Cornell Case
Governor Kathy Hochul appointed New York Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor. James will investigate sexual assault allegations made by a former Cornell University student against several men.
Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed the state attorney general to investigate a former Cornell University student’s allegation of rape. The woman has sued seven men in connection with the alleged assault.
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Governor Hochul appointed Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate a rape case at Cornell University, citing a lack of confidence in local law enforcement. Additionally, new state social media regulations crafted by James are set to take effect in January.
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New York lawmakers and victims are pushing to amend state rape laws regarding intoxication following allegations of assault at Cornell University.
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