In yet another turn of events... 👀
As a refresher, the Academy released a new statement yesterday about the details surrounding the incident and its own subsequent investigation, stating,
“While we would like to clarify that Mr. Smith was asked to leave the ceremony and refused, we also recognize we could have handled the situation differently.” The Academy also confirmed it had already “initiated disciplinary proceedings against Mr. Smith for violations of the Academy's Standards of Conduct,” which include inappropriate physical contact, abusive or threatening behavior, and compromising the integrity of the Academy. Finally, it rounded out the statement by announcing that action may be taken at its next Academy board meeting on April 18.
Despite that statement though, there are now questions being raised about whether or not the Academy actually asked Will to leave.
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