Governor Hochul Appoints Special Prosecutor in Cornell Rape Case

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announces the appointment of Attorney General Tish James as a special prosecutor to investigate a sexual assault case involving a Cornell University student. This decision follows concerns that local police and prosecutors failed to fully pursue evidence despite the victim's clear allegations.

- Appointment of Special Prosecutor: Details on why AG Tish James is leading the independent criminal investigation.
- Critique of Initial Handling: Discussion of how Cornell Police and Tompkins County DA omitted key statements from their reports.
- Legal Loophole Reform: Plans to work with the legislature to close gaps regarding voluntary intoxication and consent laws.
- Press Conference Q&A: Responses to questions about university accountability, Title 9 confidentiality, and next steps for the investigation.

This content provides an overview of the official state response to the incident and outlines the legal actions being taken to ensure justice.