Larry Nassar loses last appeal in sexual assault scandal
Nassar's attorneys said he was treated unfairly in 2018 and deserved a new hearing, based on vengeful remarks by a judge.
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Nassar victims plan to file claim
Survivors of sexual abuse by former USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar plan to file a claim against the FBI accusing it of mishandling allegations against the convicted sex abuser. Nancy Chen has more.
Justice Department won't charge ex-FBI agents involved in Larry Nassar probe
Investigators said the evidence pointed to inaccurate and incomplete information, but did not amount to a federal criminal offense.
Larry Nassar victims seek $130 million from FBI over bungled investigation
"This was not a case involving fake 20 dollar bills or tax cheats," one attorney said. "These were allegations of a serial rapist who was known to the FBI as the Olympic U.S. doctor with unfettered access to young women."
$380 million settlement for abused gymnasts
USA Gymnastics and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee have reached a $380 million settlement with victims of former Team USA doctor Larry Nassar. He is serving over 100 years in prison for crimes of sexual abuse and child pornography after pleading guilty to multiple charges. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
DOJ revisits decision on Nassar investigators
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco said her department is reviewing its decision not to prosecute two former agents for allegedly failing to properly investigate complaints against Larry Nassar. The announcement came just three weeks after an emotional Senate hearing in which former USA gymnasts responded to a report released by the DOJ’S Office of the Inspector General. Jeff Pegues reports.
Emotional testimony from U.S. gymnasts
Simone Biles and Aly Raisman headlined the hearing scrutinizing the FBI's handling of the Larry Nassar investigation. Jeff Pegues reports.
Aly Raisman on FBI's Nassar investigation
Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman joins “CBS Mornings” following her searing testimony to the Senate Judiciary Committee. The gold medalist criticized the FBI and Justice Department's handling of the sex abuse case against Larry Nassar.
NCAA investigating Nassar case
The NCAA has reportedly opened an investigation into Michigan State University's handling of the Larry Nassar case, the gymnastics doctor has been accused of sexual abuse by more than 120 women and girls. More women and girls spoke at his sentencing Tuesday.
Nassar abuse victims reach $380 million settlement
In addition to the payment, the organizations have also committed to safety reforms for future athletes.
Larry Nassar victims reach $380 million settlement
USA Gymnastics and the U.S. Olympic Committee agreed to give an additional $380 million to the sex abuse victims of Larry Nassar. The victims include gymnasts Simone Biles, Aly Raisman and McKayla Maroney.
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DOJ reviewing decision not to prosecute agents in Nassar case
The Justice Department is reviewing its decision not to prosecute two former FBI agents involved in a botched investigation into sex abuse allegations against former USA gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. The FBI first learned about the allegations against him in 2015, but due to a series of missteps in the handling of the investigation, Nassar was not arrested until 2016. Devlin Barrett, national security reporter for The Washington Post, joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Decision to not prosecute FBI agents in Nassar case under review
The Justice Department said it is reviewing an earlier decision to decline prosecution against two former FBI agents embroiled in the Larry Nassar sexual abuse cases after new information has emerged.
Aly Raisman on FBI's botched Nassar investigation: "We want answers"
Aly Raisman testified before senators on Wednesday about the sexual abuse she suffered by former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.
Star gymnasts testify on FBI mishandling of Nassar case
Simone Biles and three other USA gymnasts gave emotional testimony on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, claiming that the FBI turned a "blind eye" to their reports of sexual abuse against disgraced doctor Larry Nassar. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more from the hearing and the latest news on Capitol Hill.
Gymnasts testify about Larry Nassar abuse
Some of gymnastics' biggest stars testified on Capitol Hill about former USA team doctor Larry Nassar, who has been accused of sexually abusing hundreds of gymnasts on Team USA and at the University of Michigan. The Senate is looking into why the FBI failed to immediately investigate the claims against Nassar. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports on the gymnasts' testimony, and CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the hearing.
FBI director details "totally unacceptable" failures in Larry Nassar case
Wray said FBI agents "betrayed the core duty that they have of protecting people."
Simone Biles on "crisis of abuse" in sports
Decorated Olympian Simone Biles was one of several top gymnasts who testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee about how officials failed to protect young athletes from abuse by former doctor Larry Nassar, who is now in prison. Watch her full statement.
Simone Biles named to "Time 100" as she testifies about sexual abuse
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