Cornell frat 'sober monitor' accused in Chi Phi party rape case

A Cornell University student named Jonathan Newell, one of the "Cornell 7" fraternity members accused of rape, was officially designated as a "sober monitor" for the Chi Phi party where the alleged assault occurred, according to university documents. Newell's duty was to remain sober and ensure safety, but he allegedly admitted to drinking heavily before arriving and was later accused of snorting ketamine and participating in a sexual encounter with the alleged victim, Jane Doe, who was herself listed as a sober monitor for her own sorority's event that night. Cornell expelled Newell and another brother, while others faced suspension, and prosecutors initially declined charges but have since reopened the case after Doe filed a lawsuit and released text messages showing brothers inviting others to join the alleged orgy.