Yale Student's Rape Accusation Leads to Defamation Lawsuit
Saifullah Khan, a former Yale University student who was acquitted in a criminal trial for rape, has filed a defamation lawsuit against his accuser, challenging the way universities handle sexual assault hearings. The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled that the Yale hearing lacked due process, including the ability to cross-examine witnesses, allowing Khan's lawsuit to proceed. The decision has sparked debate over how colleges handle sexual assault allegations, with concerns that the threat of defamation lawsuits could deter survivors from reporting. The Biden administration is expected to overhaul Title IX, potentially making cross-examination optional.