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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Why the letter accusing Kavanaugh of sexual assault falls flat

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Without substantiating evidence, sexual assault claims revert to the most abusive form of mob justice.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor • September 19, 2018

On Sept. 13, Sen. Dianne Feinstein forwarded a secret letter to the FBI, claiming it concerned Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Despite the ambiguity of the letter, it has been argued as an attempt to smear Kavanaugh. HOW THE STORY WAS RELEASED Last Wednesday, The Intercept claimed that Feinstein...