Contentious social issues, such as revising the state’s bail law, have delayed passage of what is expected to be largest budget in the state’s history. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Albany (NY)”
New York’s Bail Laws, Reconsidered: 5 Things to Know
By Gotham Rex on March 29, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing legislative leaders to adopt changes to the state’s bail laws as part of the state budget, due April 1. Source: New York Times
Why Child Care Is a Priority in Albany Right Now
By Gotham Rex on March 21, 2022
The governor and the Legislature both want to spend more and expand access to subsidies for New York families. Source: New York Times
Working Families Party Endorses Jumaane Williams for Governor
By Gotham Rex on February 8, 2022
Mr. Williams, New York City’s left-leaning public advocate, is waging a primary challenge against Gov. Kathy Hochul, a moderate from Buffalo. Source: New York Times
How the Fallout From Andrew Cuomo’s Resignation Spread to Jeff Zucker
By Gotham Rex on February 3, 2022
Chris Cuomo and Mr. Zucker, the former CNN president, are among those whose careers have suffered in the year since the former governor was first accused of sexual harassment. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Will Not Be Prosecuted in Groping Case, Albany D.A. Says
By Gotham Rex on January 4, 2022
The district attorney described the woman who said former Gov. Andrew Cuomo had groped her as “credible,” but added that proving her allegation would be difficult. Source: New York Times
Prosecutor Won’t Charge Cuomo Over Trooper’s Sexual Harassment Claim
By Gotham Rex on December 23, 2021
The acting Nassau County district attorney said the allegations were “credible” and “deeply troubling” but not criminal under New York law. Source: New York Times
Meet the Sheriff Who Wants to Put Andrew Cuomo Behind Bars
By Gotham Rex on December 7, 2021
Craig D. Apple Sr. is known among some fellow Democrats as the “Teflon sheriff” for his ability to persevere, even thrive, through trouble that might tarnish less adept politicians. Source: New York Times
Cuomo’s Last Stand: What He and His Accusers Told Investigators
By Gotham Rex on November 10, 2021
In Andrew Cuomo’s 515 pages of sworn testimony, the former governor defended his behavior and denied touching anyone inappropriately. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Sex-Crime Charge May Be ‘Defective,’ D.A. Says
By Gotham Rex on November 5, 2021
The Albany County district attorney said that the local sheriff “unilaterally and inexplicably” filed a criminal complaint without his involvement. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Was Charged Without Coordination With Albany D.A., Sheriff Says
By Gotham Rex on October 29, 2021
The district attorney has not committed to prosecuting the former governor, and experts called the sheriff’s decision to proceed independently unusual. Source: New York Times
Andrew Cuomo Is Charged in Sexual Misconduct Complaint
By Gotham Rex on October 28, 2021
Mr. Cuomo, the former governor of New York, resigned in August after a state attorney general report concluded that he had sexually harassed multiple women. Source: New York Times
Nxivm’s Second-in-Command Helped Build a Culture of Abuse, Survivors Say
By Gotham Rex on September 7, 2021
As Nancy Salzman awaits sentencing, some who fell prey to the Nxivm cultlike group say Ms. Salzman’s enabling made the group’s misdeeds possible. Source: New York Times
Why Does New York State Sue Its College Students?
By Gotham Rex on September 3, 2021
Thousands of SUNY students have been taken to court by the attorney general’s office over tuition debt. And through a quirk in the law, the only way they can defend themselves is by appearing before a judge in Albany. Source:…
Cuomo Aide Who Says He Groped Her Files Criminal Complaint in Albany
By Gotham Rex on August 6, 2021
The complaint from the woman, an executive assistant whose name has not been publicized, increases the possibility that Gov. Andrew Cuomo could face criminal charges. Source: New York Times