Sexual Harassment Allegations Roil N.Y.C. Mayorâs Race: 5 Takeaways
Scott Stringer, the city comptroller, has faced criticism for his aggressive defense against accusations from a former campaign worker.
Scott Stringer, the city comptroller, has denied accusations that he sexually assaulted a woman 20 years ago.Credit...Gabriela Bhaskar for The New York Times
May 3, 2021, 3:00 a.m. ET
For much of the New York City mayorâs race, Andrew Yang has been a dominating presence, leading in limited early polling and siphoning attention from his rivals.
That largely remained true last week, but an unexpected story line â the sexual assault allegations lodged against Scott M. Stringer, the city comptroller â gave the race another focal point.