
Megyn Kelly on the Totalitarian Absurdity of the Cornell 7 “Rape” Case
Hosted by Tucker Carlson
- 56m
- Transcript
Summary
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The episode features a detailed, chronological breakdown of the controversial Cornell fraternity case involving seven men and a female student, known as Jane Doe. The guest explains how an encounter on the night of October 19, 2024, involving voluntary drinking, drugs, and group sexual acts, morphed weeks later from mutual text affirmations and plans to attend a Halloween party into allegations of gang rape after the fraternity disinvited her. The discussion examines the legal definition of voluntary intoxication in New York, the police statements signed under penalty of perjury that initially exonerated the men, and the intervention of political figures like Letitia James. Furthermore, the conversation broadens into a critique of modern cultural dynamics, the erosion of traditional values on college campuses, and the double standard of maintaining accuser anonymity in civil and criminal proceedings.
- Under New York law, if an individual becomes voluntarily intoxicated by choosing to drink or do drugs, they cannot later claim incapacity to consent unless they reach a state of physical helplessness. 15:23
- A civil lawsuit filed by the accuser's lawyer ultimately named seven men, expanding the scope beyond those who directly participated in the sexual encounters. 24:38
Chapters
- 0:00Opening Ads and Host Introduction
The episode opens with a series of political and commercial advertisements before Tucker Carlson introduces the show and the main topic.
- 0:34Megyn Kelly’s Brief Welcome
Megyn Kelly thanks Tucker for hosting and sets the stage for discussing the Cornell 7 case.
- 5:27Contextualizing the Incident
The discussion moves to the broader implications for Cornell’s reputation and the demographics of the parties involved.
- 8:40Civil Litigation and the “Cornell Seven”
The hosts discuss the civil lawsuit filed by Jane Doe, the naming of the defendants, and the broader narrative of the “Cornell Seven.”
- 15:03Campus Police and DA Proceedings
The conversation covers the police statement, the district attorney’s review, and the decision not to file criminal charges.
- 30:11Closing Remarks and Advertisements
The show concludes with final thoughts, a recap of the main points, and a series of commercial spots.
- 41:27Political and Media Reactions
The episode examines how state officials, media outlets, and public opinion responded to the case and the ensuing controversy.
- 49:38Broader Cultural Critique
Tucker and the host critique contemporary feminism, campus culture, and the perceived shift in societal attitudes toward men and women.
- 52:12Discussion of Cornell Funding and Taxpayer Impact
The hosts debate the financial burden of Cornell on federal taxpayers and question the justification for continued funding.
- 53:12Critique of Ivy League Prestige and American Education
Speakers compare the U.S. college system to European models, lamenting the American obsession with brand names and its societal effects.
- 53:57Debunking the Cornell Rape Rate Myth
The hosts challenge the claim of a 35% rape rate at Cornell, arguing that survey definitions inflate the numbers and that campus violence is exaggerated.
- 54:43Broader Context of Sexual Assault Statistics
They contrast campus assault statistics with overall crime rates in Detroit, suggesting that the narrative of widespread campus violence is misleading.
Highlights
- 0:57
The Basic Facts of the Casestory
The guest outlines the events of October 19, 2024, at Cornell's KiFi fraternity, detailing the involvement of Jane Doe and the male students, starting with mutual agreement to a threesome.
- 3:52
Ketamine Use and Consensual Encountersstory
The guest details how drug use, specifically ketamine, played a role in the multiple interludes throughout the night, with participants agreeing to and engaging in various sexual acts.
- 6:45
Immediate Post-Incident Text Messagesdata
Text messages sent by Jane Doe immediately following the night show her affirming that nothing illegal occurred and describing herself as open-minded about sexuality.
- 14:23
Statement Signed Under Perjurystrategy
Jane Doe gave a detailed, multi-page statement to campus police reviewed by advocates and signed under penalty of perjury, which initially led the local DA to conclude no crime occurred.
- 15:23
New York Intoxication Legal Standardinsight
The guest explains the specific New York legal standard regarding voluntary versus involuntary intoxication and how it governs sexual assault allegations.
- 24:38
Expansion to the Cornell Sevenstory
The civil lawsuit expanded to implicate seven men, including individuals who merely wandered in and out or allegedly snorted ketamine with permission.
- 33:11
The Anonymity Double Standard in Courtsdebate
The discussion critiques the policy allowing accusers in sexual assault cases to remain anonymous in civil and criminal courts while the accused are publicly named.
Quotes
“It began with just one man.”
Unnamed speaker · 1:12 “She would later allege that she showed up 10 drinks in and disclosed that.”
Unnamed speaker · 2:13 “I assume the value of an Ivy League degree is like plummeted to zero at this point.”
Tucker Carlson · 5:27 “It's a crowded bar where everyone's having a good time.”
Unnamed speaker · 54:38 “If you look at the surveys, they say, 'Have you been raped or sexually assaulted during your time at Cornell?'”
Unnamed speaker · 54:13 “The woman walked around for three years with a gold necklace that read 'Vaxxed, Tucker.'”
Unnamed speaker · 56:17
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About this episode
Was there a gang rape in a Cornell fraternity house? Your answer will depend on how many details you know. Megyn Kelly has them all. (00:00) The Facts of the Cornell 7 Case (10:22) Jane Doe's Police Report (20:35) The Men Who Got Expelled and the Lawsuit Against Them (33:43) Toxic Feminism and the Hatred Against Men in America Megyn Kelly is a journalist and former litigator. She’s a wife and mother of three, and a long suffering mom to two labs, one good, one very problematic. Paid partnerships with: Hallow prayer app: Get 3 months free at https://Hallow.com/Tucker Vulnerable People Project: Stand with Christians in the land where Christianity began, go to SaveWestBankChristians.comJoi + Blokes: Use code TUCKER for 65% off your labs and 20% off all peptides and supplements at https://joiandblokes.com/tucker Cozy Earth: Luxury shouldn't be out of reach. Get up to 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/TUCKER TCN: Watch ‘The OKCBOMB Files’ only on TCN: https://watchtcn.co/okcbomb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcript
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