Cuomo told thein a Saturday statement that he had already called for a review of the allegations. The governor has denied the allegations put forward by Boylan, with a spokesperson saying they are"quite simply false." In regards to Bennett's allegations, the governor said he"never made advances" toward her and did not"intend to act in any way that was inappropriate.
The governor has also appointed former federal Judge Barbara Jones to conduct an internal review of the accusations. But many New York lawmakers have called for an independent investigation, with some calling for the governor"While a truly independent investigation may uncover more evidence or instances of abuse, the existing details are sufficient for me to form my conclusion.
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo speaks during a news conference at a vaccination site in the Brooklyn borough of New York City on February 22, a New York Democrat, called for an independent review in a Sunday tweet. The progressive congresswoman argued that the review announced by Cuomo's office would not be adequate.
"Lindsey Boylan and Charlotte Bennett's detailed accounts of sexual harassment by Gov. Cuomo are extremely serious and painful to read. There must be an independent investigation - not one led by an individual selected by the Governor, but by the office of the Attorney General," Ocasio-Cortez said.
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I think Cuomo would rather people pay attention to his sexual harassment allegations, than his covid-19 scandal.
Pulpo politician 🐙
no wheres near as bad as the fomer guy but needs to be investigated
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