New York's Governor has intervened in a high-profile sexual assault investigation at Cornell University by removing the district attorney overseeing the case and appointing State Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor. The decision comes amid growing student activism and widespread criticism regarding the institution's handling of allegations against fraternity members. Campus protests have intensified as students demand stronger institutional accountability and more transparent investigation procedures in response to the serious misconduct claims.

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