New York, Oct 2, 2026 (AFP) - NY governor vows to close loophole after alleged Cornell gang rape

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul vowed Friday to close a legal loophole allowing offenders in the state to avoid rape charges if their victims were willingly intoxicated, as in the case of an alleged gang rape at Cornell University. There has been an outcry in the United States over a decision by prosecutors not to file charges in the case at the Ivy League college two years ago, prompting the governor to appoint state Attorney General Letitia Jame......

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