CBS LA: Boxer Backs Legislation To Protect Military Sex Assault Victims
The Los Angeles CBS Affiliate reports:
U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer announced legislation Friday to address what she called an “epidemic” of military sexual assault cases.
KNX 1070′s Charles Feldman reports Boxer was joined by a Marine Corps veteran and sexual assault survivor who shared her story with the public for the first time.
The Senate Armed Services Committee held a hearing on legislation to combat military sexual assault, including a bill sponsored by Boxer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Senator Susan Collins (R-ME).
The legislation would allow prosecutors – not commanding officers – to make the final decision on sexual assault cases in the military.
