Former Coast Guard Cadets File Claims Over Mishandled Sexual Assault Cases

Thirteen ex-cadets seek damages, alleging negligence and cover-ups by the academy and federal agencies.

The complaints involve allegations of sexual assault from the 1980s to recent years.
Former cadets claim the academy failed to address and concealed sexual violence.
Each claimant is seeking $10 million in damages for career and personal impacts.
The Coast Guard has six months to respond to the Federal Tort Claims Act filings.
The investigation, 'Operation Fouled Anchor,' revealed systemic issues in handling assault cases.