Gov. Andrew Cuomo faced more calls for his resignation, and a Republican congressman and Trump backer, Lee Zeldin, said he was exploring a challenge to him next year. Source: New York Times
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Cuomo Could Be Compelled to Testify in Sexual-Harassment Inquiry
By Gotham Rex on March 2, 2021
The attorney general’s investigation into the governor will give her far-ranging subpoena powers to request documents and call witnesses. Source: New York Times
A Year After New York’s First Covid-19 Case, Cuomo Lies Low
By Gotham Rex on March 2, 2021
After drawing praise for his leadership early in the pandemic, the governor is embroiled in several scandals. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Accused of Unwanted Advance at a Wedding: ‘Can I Kiss You?’
By Gotham Rex on March 1, 2021
The young woman’s account follows two separate accusations that Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed two female state employees. Source: New York Times
What We Know About Gov. Cuomo’s Sexual Harassment Claims
By Gotham Rex on March 1, 2021
Two former state employees have accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment, prompting calls for an independent investigation. Source: New York Times
Full Text of Cuomo’s Statement in Response to Harassment Accusations
By Gotham Rex on February 28, 2021
Gov. Andrew Cuomo issued a statement on Sunday in response to accusations of sexual harassment. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Investigation: Governor Attacked Over His ‘Independent Review’ of Sex Harassment Claims
By Gotham Rex on February 28, 2021
Democratic leaders in Albany questioned the impartiality of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s choice to lead the inquiry, while others called for his immediate resignation. Source: New York Times
Is New York Finally Ready to Tax the Rich?
By Gotham Rex on February 27, 2021
After the pandemic’s economic devastation, legislators are coming around to the idea. Source: New York Times
Andrew Cuomo Is Under Fire. Can He Be Defeated?
By Gotham Rex on February 27, 2021
The growing uncertainty over Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s political fortunes is a sharp turnaround from last year, when some supporters dreamed of a presidential bid. Potential challengers have noticed. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Is Accused of Sexual Harassment by a 2nd Former Aide
By Gotham Rex on February 27, 2021
The woman, 25, said that when they were alone in his office, Gov. Andrew Cuomo asked if she “had ever been with an older man.” Source: New York Times
A Special Unit to Prosecute Police Killings Has No Convictions
By Gotham Rex on February 26, 2021
The case of Daniel Prude’s death is the latest example of the challenges prosecutors face when they try to hold police officers accountable. Source: New York Times
Lindsey Boylan, Ex-Aide, Says Cuomo Sexually Harassed Her
By Gotham Rex on February 24, 2021
Lindsey Boylan accused the New York governor of kissing her in his office in 2018. She left her job as a special adviser to him soon after. Source: New York Times
Can Andrew Cuomo’s ‘Bullying’ Style Still Work in Politics?
By Gotham Rex on February 22, 2021
The scrutiny of Covid-19 deaths in New York nursing homes has also put the governor’s aggressive behavior in the spotlight. Source: New York Times
New York’s Pop-Up Concerts Kick Off With Jazz at a Vaccination Site
By Gotham Rex on February 21, 2021
The musician Jon Batiste led a band through the Javits Center to begin half a year of unannounced performances throughout the state. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Lashes Out at Critics As Outcry Over Nursing Homes Grows
By Gotham Rex on February 19, 2021
The New York governor’s remarks came as Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joined lawmakers backing an investigation into the state’s handling of nursing homes in the pandemic. Source: New York Times