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Cornell Case Escalates: Death Threats, Legal Challenges, and Nationwide Protests

The Cornell University sexual assault case has intensified with death threats against the accuser, Jane Doe, and a legal challenge to New York Attorney General Letitia James’s role as special prosecutor. While Doe’s attorney cites severe safety risks, defense lawyers argue the investigation is biased. Simultaneously, nationwide protests and an independent review by former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates highlight growing scrutiny of the university’s handling of the 2024 allegations.