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Public disputes concerning sentencing, incarceration, prison conditions, probation and parole, reentry, and the policies and institutions that govern how the criminal justice system treats people who are charged, convicted or formerly incarcerated.
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2 statements on this page. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 2, 2026
2 matching statements. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 2, 2026
2 published statements. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 2, 2026
2 published statements. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 2, 2026
2 statements on this page. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 2, 2026
Role at the time: Governor of New York, explaining her appointment at a news conference
Statement summary
Hochul said new reporting raised questions about the material reviewed by local prosecutors. She defended appointing James to review the facts and pursue charges if the evidence supported them.
“That's why I believe this case demands a special prosecutor who will provide a fresh and thorough review of all the facts”
Official transcript of Hochul's next-day explanation for appointing James. It attributes the alleged omissions to new reporting.
Archived copy (opens in a new tab)Hochul expressly justifies appointing James. The condition on charges concerns the investigation's outcome and does not make her support for the appointment conditional.
Role at the time: Governor of New York
Response to this claim
Appointing Attorney General Letitia James will ensure an independent investigation of the Cornell allegations without conflict or bias.
“This action will ensure that the matter is fully and thoroughly investigated without conflict or bias”
Hochul cites concerns about the Cornell Police Department investigation and the district attorney's decision not to prosecute. She argues that appointing James will provide an independent investigation.
She argues that the appointment is justified and will provide the independence the investigation needs.
