Accused Cornell student pushes to remove New York AG as special prosecutor
Summary
A student accused of sexual assault at Cornell University wants the New York Attorney General, Letitia James, removed as special prosecutor, claiming she is biased because of a social media post supporting the victim. The New York governor appointed James after losing confidence in local authorities who did not bring charges earlier.Key Facts
- Gillio Lopes, accused in a sexual assault case at Cornell, seeks to have Attorney General Letitia James removed as special prosecutor.
- Lopes’ attorney says James showed bias by posting support for the victim on social media before the investigation.
- Governor Kathy Hochul appointed James after local police and the district attorney declined to press charges.
- James posted on September 28 expressing support for the victim and survivors of sexual assault.
- Lopes’ attorney claims James’ comment shows she believes the allegations and therefore cannot be impartial.
- The victim’s lawyer said the victim was not able to consent due to intoxication.
- Lopes was suspended from Cornell for a year and required to take a class and write an essay related to the case.
- The case is ongoing, with legal arguments focused on whether James should continue as special prosecutor.
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