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House Democrats push for stronger Title IX protections after Cornell rape allegations

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House Democratic women are intensifying their efforts to bolster Title IX protections following a criminal investigation into rape allegations at Cornell University. The Democratic Women's Caucus is urging congressional Republicans and the Trump administration to reinforce federal safeguards against sexual violence on college campuses, citing concerns that recent regulatory changes could leave students more vulnerable. This push is highlighted by the Cornell case, where a former student's lawsuit alleging drugging and rape has prompted a reopened criminal investigation and a review of the university's response. AI

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House Democrats push for stronger Title IX protections after Cornell rape allegations

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Kate Santaliz ·

    Exclusive: Cornell rape allegations fuel House Democratic women's Title IX push

    <p>A criminal investigation into allegations that a <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/09/29/cornell-scandal-student-newspaper-daily-sun" target="_blank">Cornell University student </a>was gang raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 is fueling a new push by House Democratic w…

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