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April 24, 2024

Justice Dept. to Pay $139 Million to Gymnasts over Mishandling of Abuse Claims Against Dr. Larry Nassar
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The U.S. Justice Department has agreed to pay nearly $139 million to
more than 100 gymnasts who accused the FBI of grossly mishandling sexual
abuse claims against Larry Nassar, the former doctor for Team USA
gymnastics and the Olympic team. The FBI's neglect led to Nassar abusing
or assaulting over 100 young gymnasts between the time the FBI first
heard of the accusations in 2015 until Nassar's arrest the following
year. Nassar is currently serving a 60-year sentence.


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