Trump and accused men question Letitia James' role in Cornell case
President Trump and at least one of the accused say New York Attorney General Letitia James can't handle the Cornell 7 gang rape case fairly, and recusal demands have followed.
President Trump says the men known as the Cornell 7 cannot expect fair treatment while New York Attorney General Letitia James is investigating them, The Hill reports. The group is accused of a gang rape in 2024. The Hill says more than one of the accused shares his view.
Fox News reports that James faces demands to recuse herself. It says she publicly expressed support for the accuser, identified as Jane Doe, before the investigation began.
The Hill describes James' appointment as the latest flashpoint in a growing dispute over the 2024 incident and how officials have handled it.
The allegations have not been proven. Neither report, as provided, says James has agreed to step aside.
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- The HillLetitia James appointment becomes pressure point in Cornell gang rape caseTue, Oct 13, 6:00 AM EDT
- Fox NewsLetitia James’ ‘fair’ Cornell rape probe vow collides with accused aide’s ‘quiet’ exitTue, Oct 13, 12:51 PM EDT
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