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Governor Kathy Hochul of New York called for an independent investigation into Cornell University's handling of a sexual assault case involving a female student who alleged she was drugged and gang-raped by seven fraternity members at the Chi Phi house in 2024. The Tompkins County District Attorney reopened the criminal case following new evidence presented in a civil lawsuit, but initially declined to press charges. Hochul criticized Cornell’s response as failing to adequately protect students and pursue justice, citing concerns over campus culture and reporting systems. She appointed New York Attorney General Letitia James to lead an investigation into the university's handling of the incident, aiming to ensure thorough accountability and address systemic issues related to sexual assault prevention and response on college campuses.

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“Both articles describe Letitia James being appointed as the special prosecutor in the Cornell sexual assault case on the same day.”

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“Both articles report on Letitia James being appointed as special prosecutor in the Cornell University sexual assault investigation, citing Governor Kathy Hochul's announcement.”

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Washington Examiner

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“Both articles describe Governor Kathy Hochul's appointment of Letitia James as special prosecutor for the reopened Cornell University gang rape case.”

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The Independent

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“Both articles describe Governor Kathy Hochul appointing Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate an alleged gang rape at Cornell University.”

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“Both articles describe the appointment of a special prosecutor by New York's attorney-general to oversee an investigation into an alleged gang rape at Cornell University, indicating it is the same specific event.”

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BBC News

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“Both articles describe Governor Kathy Hochul appointing Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor for the Cornell University frat rape investigation.”

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Al Jazeera

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“Both articles report on New York Governor Kathy Hochul appointing Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate an alleged gang rape at Cornell University, referring to the same specific incident and time.”

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“Both articles report on Letitia James being appointed as special prosecutor for a rape investigation at Cornell University, occurring on the same date.”

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New York Post

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“Both articles report on Governor Hochul appointing Attorney General Letitia James to take over the 'Cornell 7' gang rape investigation, indicating the same specific event.”

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“Both articles discuss Attorney General Letitia James being appointed as a special prosecutor in response to an alleged gang rape at Cornell University in 2024.”

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