New York state assembly taking ‘first step’ to impeaching Cuomo

Posted on March 11, 2021 by Sam Dorman

The New York State Assembly is opening an investigation with full subpoena power, the first step in pursuing a potential impeachment of Gov. Andrew Cuomo amid sexual misconduct allegations.

Half of NY legislators support Cuomo resignation, impeachment over harassment, nursing home scandals

Posted on March 11, 2021 by Audrey Conklin

Half of all New York state lawmakers are now calling for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign after a sixth woman accused the governor of sexual harassment on Tuesday.

Cuomo’s top lawyer leaves administration amid calls for governor’s resignation, impeachment over scandals

Posted on March 9, 2021 by Ronn Blitzer

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's top attorney is leaving his administration in the middle of scandals that have resulted in calls for Cuomo's impeachment and resignation.

Janice Dean: If Cuomo won’t resign, impeachment proceedings should begin

Posted on March 8, 2021 by Nikolas Lanum

Janice Dean called on lawmakers to begin the impeachment process against Gov. Cuomo, following comments by the governor that he would not resign over the alleged cover-up of thousands of nursing home deaths in New York and multiple sexual harassment allegations.

Cuomo not resigning despite nearly 30 Dem, GOP NY lawmakers supporting removal

Posted on March 4, 2021 by Ronn Blitzer

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared that he has no intention of leaving office, despite calls from dozens of state lawmakers who either want him to step down or face impeachment.

Cuomo apologizes after misconduct allegations but denies touching anyone ‘inappropriately’: ‘I am embarrassed’

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Ronn Blitzer

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that he will be holding a coronavirus briefing and making an "announcement" Wednesday afternoon, as he faces pressure from members of both parties to step down or face impeachment.

6 democratic socialist lawmakers issue statement calling for Cuomo impeachment

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Ronn Blitzer

Six New York state lawmakers who identify as democratic socialists are calling on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign in the wake of sexual harassment allegations.

Who is Cuomo’s lieutenant governor? Kathy Hochul thrust into spotlight amid governor’s mounting scandals

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Paul Steinhauser

If embattled three-term New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is forced to resign or is removed through impeachment, Lt. Gov Kathy Hochul would make history.

NY Dem says Cuomo nursing home scandal is impeachable offense, as governor blames Trump for vaccine woes

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Evie Fordham

New York State Assemblyman Ron Kim – who said Gov. Andrew Cuomo threatened to ruin his career for speaking out against his mishandling of the nursing home crisis during the coronavirus pandemic – is now calling for Cuomo to face impeachment.

Gillibrand confirms Cuomo nursing home probe, but doesn’t back impeachment or resignation

Posted on February 19, 2021 by Vandana Rambaran

Sen. Kirstin Gillibrand said she believes Gov. Andrew Cuomo-- who is under heavy scrutiny due to an expanding nursing home scandal in New York-- should not resign or be impeached, despite an ongoing investigation by the Justice Department.