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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 14, 2026
2 matching statements. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 14, 2026
2 published statements. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 14, 2026
2 published statements. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 14, 2026
2 statements on this page. Dates: October 1, 2026 to October 14, 2026
Role at the time: New York attorney general, interviewed at Newsday headquarters
Statement summary
James promises a fair investigation and defends her earlier posts as expressions of empathy.
“We will engage in a fair and comprehensive and open investigation into this matter.”
Newsday interviews James on Wednesday, October 14, about the investigation and her earlier comments.
Archived copy (opens in a new tab)The matter under scrutiny is James's appointment. Her answer defends her ability to conduct this investigation fairly in response to criticism of her suitability.
Role at the time: Attorney general of New York and appointed special prosecutor
Response to this claim
Appointing Attorney General Letitia James will ensure an independent investigation of the Cornell allegations without conflict or bias.
“I stand ready to lead a process New Yorkers can trust, guided by the facts and the law.”
James says she is ready to lead an investigation guided by the facts and the law after the governor appoints her as special prosecutor.
She supports the appointment's promised independence and fairness by affirming that her office can lead a process the public can trust.
