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Brenda Tracy sues MSU for mishandling sexual harassment case

On June 3, 2025, Brenda Tracy filed a federal lawsuit against Michigan State University's Board of Trustees and two members in Grand Rapids, alleging mishandling of her 2022 sexual harassment complaint.
Tracy's lawsuit follows an October 2023 MSU investigation that found former football coach Mel Tucker sexually harassed her, and alleges trustees leaked her identity causing public exposure and harassment.
The suit includes seven counts such as gross negligence, breach of contract, and violation of due process, and claims the trustees forced Tracy to go public, resulting in emotional distress and financial damages.
Tucker was dismissed for cause in September 2023 after the university found he breached policies related to violence in relationships, sexual misconduct, and Title IX, resulting in a loss of nearly $80 million from his $95 million, 10-year contract.
Tracy's lawsuit seeks damages and injunctive relief aimed at requiring MSU to prevent sex-based discrimination, while MSU denies leaking her identity, and the governor declined requests to remove implicated trustees from the board.

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