Letitia James Named Special Prosecutor in Cornell 'Gang Rape' Case

New York Governor Kathy Hochul issued an executive order on Thursday appointing Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor for the alleged "gang rape" that took place at a Cornell fraternity in 2024. Hochul said that "newly released information continues to raise serious questions about the investigation conducted by the Cornell Police Department and the decision by the Tompkins County District Attorney not to prosecute an alleged sexual assault on Cornell University's campus." The appointment of James, the state's top law enforcement official, signals a significant escalation in the case. The alleged assault has sparked protests and demands for accountability, with victims' advocates arguing that the initial investigation was mishandled. James will now have the authority to review the evidence and potentially bring charges. This video reports on the latest development in the Cornell case, providing background on the allegations and the controversy surrounding the local investigation. It examines the implications of James's appointment for the pursuit of justice.