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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: President Donald Trump said he feels “badly” for the seven men accused in the Cornell University sexual assault case because they “won’t get a fair shake.”
Rating: TRUE
Explanation: Trump made the remark when asked about New York Attorney General Letitia James being appointed special prosecutor in the Cornell case. He responded, “I feel badly for whoever she’s looking at because they won’t get a fair shake.”
Date: 10/07/2026
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Last Updated on October 7, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check