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Cornell taps ex-deputy AG Sally Yates to lead internal probe into handling of frat bro gang-rape claims

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Morrison, E. (2026, October 7). Cornell taps ex-deputy AG Sally Yates to lead internal probe into handling of frat bro gang-rape claims. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/06/us-news/cornell-taps-sally-yates-to-lead-internal-probe-into-handling-of-gang-rape-claims/

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New York Post · collected 2026-10-07 · by Ella Morrison
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Cornell University has hired former Acting Attorney General Sally Yates to lead an independent investigation into the university's response to sexual assault claims, focusing particularly on the handling of a recent gang-rape case involving seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity. The probe will examine Cornell’s prevention and response protocols, support systems for victims, and the specific case brought by Jane Doe who alleged that she was drugged with ketamine and sexually assaulted by members of the fraternity in October 2024. Yates will assess whether the university adhered to its policies during the investigation and disciplinary process of the accused individuals, amid growing student protests demanding stronger action against sexual violence on campus.
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Cornell University named Sally Yates, a former acting U.S. attorney general, to lead an independent review into how the school handled allegations of rape made by a former student who claimed she was drugged and gang-raped at a fraternity house in October 2024. The university's newly formed Special Committee of the Board of Trustees appointed Yates to examine not only this specific case but also Cornell’s overall policies related to preventing and responding to sexual harassment, assault, and misconduct on campus. Anne Meinig Smalling, chair of the special committee, stated that Yates brings "extraordinary experience" to evaluate where the university can improve its handling of such issues. The review will cover various aspects including report investigation procedures, disciplinary processes, support for students, and oversight involving fraternities and sororities.

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Chi Phi Cornell Cornell University Ithaca Ivy League Yates

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Cornell ORG · 8× Doe PERSON · 4× Yates PERSON · 4× Jane Doe PERSON · 3× Chi Phi ORG · 1× Cornell University ORG · 1× Ithaca Ivy League ORG · 1× New York GPE · 1× Sally Yates PERSON · 1× Trump PERSON · 1×

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The school has faced intense scrutiny and backlash in the weeks since Doe’s lawsuit made headlines — with campus protests and student government hearings demanding Cornell take firmer action against sexual violence on campus. Cornell president Michael Kotlikoff called alleged gang-rape case a “defining moment” in the school’s history last week and insisted the university “must do better.” More than 1,000 furious protesters marched on campus Monday in support of Jane Doe and demanded the resignation of the school’s president. A newly formed Special Committee of the school’s Board of Trustees said Yates will have “full independence” to conduct her review.
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🔮 The independent review will examine the prestigious university’s prevention and response procedures, student support systems and handling of reports, investigations, disciplinary hearings and appeals, Cornell’s announcement said.
2026-10-07 · New York Post
Cornell taps ex-deputy AG Sally Yates to lead internal probe into handling of frat bro gang-rape claims · mixed framing

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Cornell University hired former US Acting Attorney General Sally Yates to lead an internal investigation into the university’s response to sexual assault on campus — as well as their handling of the “Cornell 7” gang-rape allegations. asserted
University → hire → allegations
Yates is slated to conduct an independent review of how the Ithaca Ivy League school prevents and responds to sexual assault claims, the university announced Tuesday. uncertain
university → slat → claims
The independent review will examine the prestigious university’s prevention and response procedures, student support systems and handling of reports, investigations, disciplinary hearings and appeals, Cornell’s announcement said. asserted
announcement → examine → reports
Yates’ internal probe will also dig into campus police and their coordination with other law enforcement agencies, policies and oversight with frats, sororities and other student organizations — and the school board’s “oversight of these issues.” asserted
probe → dig → issues
In addition to looking at the school’s protocols as a whole, the investigation will include a “detailed review” of Cornell’s response to the harrowing allegations brought forward in a lawsuit by Jane Doe against the school and seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity who allegedly drugged her with ketamine and gang-raped her. uncertain
who → look → her
Yates, who was fired from her post as acting attorney general by President Trump in 2020, will determine whether the elite New York school followed its policies and procedures in responding to Doe’s horrifying claims. “The questions raised by the Jane Doe matter warrant a rigorous examination of Cornell’s response to that case, but our responsibility is broader,” said Anne Meinig Smalling, Chair of the Special Committee, in a statement. uncertain
Smalling → fire → statement
In her lawsuit, Doe alleged that she was “commanded” by one of the frat bros to snort Ketamine off his erect genitalia as she was helplessly sexually attacked by others in October 2024 — while one member texted the frat’s Snapchat group that there was “free p—y” as she lay unconscious. asserted
she → allege → group
Two of the seven frat bros were expelled after reportedly being found responsible for sexual by a Cornell disciplinary board and several others faced lengthy suspensions — but no criminal charges were ever brought against them. Cornell has since fired back at Doe’s claims, calling the accuser “irresponsible” for suggesting it did nothing but require the young men to write punishment essays. uncertain
it → expel → essays
The school has faced intense scrutiny and backlash in the weeks since Doe’s lawsuit made headlines — with campus protests and student government hearings demanding Cornell take firmer action against sexual violence on campus. Cornell president Michael Kotlikoff called alleged gang-rape case a “defining moment” in the school’s history last week and insisted the university “must do better.” More than 1,000 furious protesters marched on campus Monday in support of Jane Doe and demanded the resignation of the school’s president. A newly formed Special Committee of the school’s Board of Trustees said Yates will have “full independence” to conduct her review. asserted
Yates → face → review
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