Trump Comments on Cornell Case, Calls School ‘a Fine Institution’

Trump responds to allegations of sexual assault at Cornell, calling the university 'a fine school' amid ongoing legal battle.

Editorial Desk

October 2, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Ithaca, United States — Former President Donald Trump has addressed the controversy surrounding a sexual assault lawsuit filed by a former Cornell University student, describing the institution as ‘a fine school.’ The remarks came after the university faced scrutiny over its handling of the alleged incident.

The case involves a woman, identified as Jane Doe, who claims she was sexually assaulted for hours in October 2024 during a fraternity house party in Ithaca, New York. She alleges she was pressured to take ketamine and was abused by seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity. The lawsuit, filed last week, has sparked renewed attention on the university’s response.

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Trump, speaking to reporters at the White House, said he did not have much information about the case but emphasized that Cornell is a reputable institution. His comments follow a $60 million settlement between the university and the Trump administration, which ended federal investigations into the school. No arrests have been made in the criminal case, though the local district attorney has announced plans to reopen it in light of the civil lawsuit.

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