Letitia James Takes Over Cornell Rape Case as Special Prosecutor

New York Attorney General Letitia James has taken over the Cornell rape investigation as special prosecutor, following Governor Kathy Hochul's statement that she had lost confidence in the local district attorney's handling of the case. The move signals a significant escalation in the response to allegations that have rocked the university. The decision comes as NBC News has obtained hundreds of pages of documents from Cornell's Title IX proceedings, shedding new light on how the institution responded to the allegations. These records could prove crucial in the ongoing investigation and any potential prosecution. NBC News' Maggie Vespa reports on the latest developments, including the reasons behind the change in prosecution and what it means for the case. The segment also explores the broader implications for how campuses handle sexual assault allegations.