Potential successors are in the wings. But the longer it takes for Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo’s fate to be resolved, the greater the headache for Democrats. Source: New York Times
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The Continued Fallout From the Cuomo Report
By Gotham Rex on August 5, 2021
The firestorm around Gov. Andrew Cuomo intensified as four prosecutors announced criminal investigations and key allies withdrew support. Source: New York Times
5 Things to Know About the Cuomo Sexual Harassment Findings
By Gotham Rex on August 4, 2021
The report issued Tuesday by the New York State attorney general, Letitia James, could make it difficult for the governor to remain in office. 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
Drug Distribution Companies to Pay N.Y. More Than $1 Billion to Settle Opioid Lawsuit
By Gotham Rex on July 21, 2021
The payout to New York will take place over the next 17 years, and joins a $26 billion deal to settle the thousands of nationwide lawsuits. Source: New York Times
After Cuomo’s Closest Aides Testify, Now It’s His Turn
By Gotham Rex on July 16, 2021
Investigators are focused on accusations of sexual harassment against the governor, as well as on the broader workplace culture in his office. 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
Trump Organization Indictment: What We Know
By Gotham Rex on July 1, 2021
Charges against the former president’s company and a top executive, explained. Source: New York Times
Weisselberg, ‘Soldier’ for Trump, Faces Charges and Test of His Loyalty
By Gotham Rex on June 30, 2021
The Trump Organization executive is expected to be charged on Thursday, along with the company, as he comes under increasing pressure to turn on the family. Source: New York Times
Johnson & Johnson to Pay New York $230 Million to Settle Opioid Case
By Gotham Rex on June 26, 2021
The settlement agreement came just days before opening arguments in a sweeping trial of several defendants, including the company. Source: New York Times
How a Secretive Legal Process Protects Police From Charges
By Gotham Rex on May 22, 2021
Grand jury minutes in the investigation into Daniel Prude’s death reveal the many ways the criminal justice system struggles when prosecuting the police. Source: New York Times
How a New Proposal Would Limit Police Use of Force in N.Y.
By Gotham Rex on May 21, 2021
The state’s attorney general seeks to create a “last resort” rule for officers’ use of physical force, and to impose new criminal penalties for those who break it. Source: New York Times
Top Trump Executive Under Criminal Investigation Over Taxes
By Gotham Rex on May 19, 2021
Attorney General Letitia James is investigating whether taxes were paid on perks that the Trump Organization gave to Allen Weisselberg, its chief financial officer. Source: New York Times
New York’s Attorney General Joins Criminal Inquiry Into Trump Organization
By Gotham Rex on May 19, 2021
The move increased the investigative muscle looking into the former president and his family business. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Accusers Are Subpoenaed in Sexual Harassment Investigation
By Gotham Rex on May 15, 2021
Four women who have accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of sexual misconduct have been formally asked to testify under oath. Source: New York Times