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Prosecutors have reopened an investigation into a 2024 report by a Cornell University student who said she was raped at a fraternity house. The woman's lawsuit brought renewed pressure to reopen the investigation, raising questions about how the case was initially handled.

The New York Times obtained over 1,000 pages from Cornell University's internal investigation into a 2024 sexual assault allegation. The documents reveal new details about Jane Doe's statement, the men's accounts, and shifts in her perception of consent.

Men accused in a Cornell University sex assault lawsuit provided conflicting accounts of the night in question, detailed in confidential investigative files. While all denied wrongdoing, their statements often contradicted each other and the accuser's testimony.

New York Attorney General Letitia James, appointed by Gov. Kathy Hochul to investigate Cornell University's handling of a sexual misconduct allegation, has publicly expressed support for the alleged victim, referring to her as a "survivor." This has raised concerns about her impartiality in the investigation.