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Claim Text: Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed the state attorney general to investigate a former Cornell University student’s allegation of rape.
Simplified Text: Governor Kathy Hochul appointed New York State Attorney General Letitia James to investigate a former Cornell University student's allegation of rape.
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Claim Maker: The New York Times
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Created: October 2, 2026 at 5:00 AM (1 week ago)
Last Updated: October 2, 2026 at 5:00 AM (1 week ago)

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Hochul Names Letitia James as Special Prosecutor in Cornell Case

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https://nytimes.com/2026/10/01/nyregion/letitia-james-cornell-rape-prosecutor.html

Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed New York State Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor to investigate a former Cornell University student's rape allegation. This decision follows "serious questions" about the handling of the case by the Tompkins County D.A.'s office.

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