Top Stories · October 8, 2026
Lawyers for accused man in Cornell case want Letitia James removed as prosecutor
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Gillio Lopes, one of seven fraternity members accused in a 2024 sexual assault case at Cornell University, has filed a legal motion to remove New York Attorney General Letitia James as prosecutor. The defense argues that the Governor's appointment of James was improper and that her social media comments indicate she has already formed a biased opinion regarding the case.
Gillio Lopes, one of seven fraternity members accused in a 2024 sexual assault case at Cornell University, has filed a legal motion to remove New York Attorney General Letitia James as prosecutor. The defense argues that the Governor's appointment of James was improper and that her social media comments indicate she has already formed a biased opinion regarding the case.