Justice Department Reaches $100M Settlement with Larry Nassar Assault Survivors
The U.S. Justice Department has reached a preliminary $100 million settlement with approximately 100 survivors of sexual assault by former sports doctor Larry Nassar, following claims that FBI agents mishandled abuse allegations against him. The settlement, which has not been finalized, stems from a 15-month period during which FBI agents had knowledge of the allegations but took no action. Nassar, who is serving prison time for assaulting female athletes, including Olympic gymnasts, under the guise of treatment, continued his assaults until his arrest in 2016. The survivors include prominent Olympians Simone Biles, Aly Raisman, and McKayla Maroney.
