Michigan State University football coach Mel Tucker faces allegations of sexual harassment from Brenda Tracy, a prominent rape survivor and activist.
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Tucker initially claimed a trip to Florida was unrelated to his employment but later evidence revealed it was a university-sponsored event.
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Tucker repeatedly made false statements and misled investigators during the sexual harassment case.
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Michigan State suspended Tucker without pay, and the school plans to fire him for cause based on his conduct.
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Tucker admitted to masturbating during the phone call with Tracy but denied sexually harassing her.
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A formal hearing to determine Tucker's violation of school policies is scheduled for October.
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Tucker's public statements have shifted, and he has accused the investigator of bias.
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Tucker failed to provide evidence to support his claims, including an anonymous associate who allegedly provided damaging information about Tracy.
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Tucker also falsely claimed that investigative reporter Paula Lavigne was looking into Tracy's background.
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Lavigne clarified that she had not conducted any investigative reporting on Tracy and her organization.
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