As calls for his resignation grow, Gov. Andrew Cuomo remains eager to fight back against findings that he sexually harassed 11 women. Source: New York Times
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Cuomo Moves Closer to Impeachment as Lawmakers Gather
By Gotham Rex on August 9, 2021
Legislators could decide by early next month to try to force the governor from office over allegations that he sexually harassed 11 women. Source: New York Times
Kathy Hochul Quietly Prepares to Replace Cuomo as Governor
By Gotham Rex on August 8, 2021
After working mostly in the background since joining Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s team in 2014, Ms. Hochul is poised to replace him if he steps down or is forced out. Source: New York Times
How Cuomo and His Team Retaliated Against His Accusers
By Gotham Rex on August 5, 2021
Governor Cuomo relied on a shrinking cadre of trusted advisers to guide strategy over sexual harassment allegations and to hit back at the women who accused him. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Impeachment Inquiry 'Nearing Completion,' State Assembly Says
By Gotham Rex on August 5, 2021
Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his lawyers were directed to submit any evidence in the governor’s defense to the Assembly by next Friday. Source: New York Times
Carl Heastie: The Man Who Would Oversee Cuomo’s Impeachment
By Gotham Rex on August 5, 2021
The Democratic Assembly speaker, most comfortable behind the scenes, now finds himself in the spotlight, facing the possibility of taking down a governor from his own party. Source: New York Times
After Damning Sexual Harassment Report, Will Cuomo Resign?
By Gotham Rex on August 3, 2021
The governor once again defied calls to resign, including from President Biden. But his future remains in doubt. Source: New York Times
Cuomo’s Counsel, a Key Figure in Sexual Harassment Inquiry, Will Resign
By Gotham Rex on July 28, 2021
Judith Mogul, a special counsel to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, was a central figure in at least one of the harassment complaints against the governor. Source: New York Times
Cuomo to Be Questioned in Sexual Harassment Inquiry
By Gotham Rex on July 15, 2021
Gov. Andrew Cuomo is expected to face investigators on Saturday in a sign that the attorney general’s inquiry may be nearing its final stages. Source: New York Times
As Cuomo Fights for Survival, He Revives His Combative Image
By Gotham Rex on May 10, 2021
The governor has begun to publicly undermine the state attorney general, Letitia James, who is overseeing investigations into Mr. Cuomo’s conduct. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Faces Inquiry Over Use of State Resources for Pandemic Book
By Gotham Rex on April 19, 2021
The New York governor, Andrew M. Cuomo, is now the subject of four separate investigations into his behavior in office. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Aide Says Governor ‘Groomed’ Her for Months Before Groping
By Gotham Rex on April 7, 2021
A woman who has accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of groping her in the Executive Mansion said that she warned him, “You’re going to get us in trouble.” Source: New York Times
Cuomo’s Family Is Said to Have Received Special Access to Virus Tests
By Gotham Rex on March 24, 2021
Top health officials tested Chris Cuomo, the governor’s brother, when testing was not widely available, two people with knowledge of the matter said. Source: New York Times
Battered by Scandal, Governor Cuomo Leans on Black Leaders to Build His Defense
By Gotham Rex on March 18, 2021
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has actively sought the support of Black leaders and elected officials to serve as a buffer against calls for his resignation or impeachment. Source: New York Times
Digging Into Liberals’ Enduring Support for Andrew Cuomo
By Gotham Rex on March 16, 2021
Nearly seven in 10 liberals say they’re satisfied with his handling of sexual harassment allegations, a new poll found. Source: New York Times