New York governor appoints special prosecutor for Cornell University gang rape investigation

In New York, Governor Kathy Hochul appointed a special prosecutor to oversee the investigation into allegations of gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity house. This decision was made due to concerns about the local district attorney's ability to manage the case effectively. The report has limited confirmation from reliable sources, and the situation remains complex with various accounts from the involved parties.

New York governor appoints special prosecutor for Cornell University gang rape investigation
Updated Oct 2, 2026 First reported Oct 1, 2026
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