{
  "id": 11953960,
  "title": "Woman at center of Cornell rape allegations targeted with threats, lawyer says",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/woman-at-center-of-cornell-rape-allegations-targeted-with-threats",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-04T15:06:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
    "slug": "investing-com",
    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/economy-news/woman-at-center-of-cornell-rape-allegations-targeted-with-threats-lawyer-says-4930942"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The woman who alleges she was drugged and raped by Cornell University students has been threatened, her lawyer stated on Sunday. Thomas Giuffra, representing the unnamed woman, referred to as Jane Doe, to CNN, disclosing that threats have been made against her to silence or harm her if she does not drop her civil lawsuit. Giuffra expressed his own disdain for those threats, saying, \"I'm not afraid of these people,\" but emphasizing the \"disgusting\" actions of those involved. Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff addressed the incident on Saturday, promising an investigation into the role of fraternities and sororities following the uproar over the university's handling of the rape allegations. He noted that belonging to a group should not absolve individuals of personal responsibility. Following the initial lawsuit, prosecutors in Tompkins County, New York, have faced criticism for their handling of the 2024 allegations. New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently appointed state Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate the case. Donald Trump, who has previously criticized James, voiced his disapproval of the decision to appoint her. Giuffra urged against politicizing the case, emphasizing that it is not a political issue.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Jane Doe, alleged rape victim, faces threats from unknown sources",
    "Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff promises investigation into fraternities and sororities",
    "New York Attorney General Letitia James appointed as special prosecutor"
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "France 24",
        "title": "Woman at centre of Cornell gang rape lawsuit targeted with threats, lawyer says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/woman-at-centre-of-cornell-gang-rape-lawsuit-targeted-with-threats",
        "published": "2026-10-04T16:25:01.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "RTE News",
        "title": "Woman in Cornell rape case the target of threats - lawyer",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/woman-in-cornell-rape-case-the-target-of-threats-lawyer",
        "published": "2026-10-04T16:35:24.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Jerusalem Post",
        "title": "Woman at center of Cornell rape allegations targeted with threats, lawyer says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/woman-at-center-of-cornell-rape-allegations-targeted-with-threats-11971844",
        "published": "2026-10-04T17:38:18.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}