- Right-wing commentator Megyn Kelly attacked an alleged Cornell University gang rape victim, criticizing her appearance and claiming she may have agreed to the sexual acts to feel desired.
- The student, identified as Jane Doe, filed a lawsuit alleging she was drugged and raped by seven men at a Chi Phi fraternity house in 2024.
- Although the Cornell Chi Phi chapter was closed and several students were expelled or suspended, no criminal charges have been filed, and all accused men deny wrongdoing.
- New York Attorney General Letitia James opened a criminal investigation into the allegations following criticism from Governor Kathy Hochul regarding the initial handling of the case.
- Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff expressed support for an independent review into the university's response to the incident.
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