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USA Gymnastics Doctor Larry Nassar to Stand Trial for Sexual Assault Charges

Larry Nassar, a doctor who worked for both USA Gymnastics and Michigan State University, will stand trial for charges stemming from allegations of sexual assault by six gymnasts.

The Associated Press (via ESPN.com) reported Judge Donald Allen Jr. made the ruling Friday. Nassar has maintained his innocence, saying he didn't have "any inappropriate contact" with the gymnasts he treated.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.