New York Assembly approves impeachment investigation into Cuomo s sexual harassment allegations and nursing home deaths cover-up: 59 Democrats called for his resignation
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie gave his chamber s judiciary committee the green light to open an impeachment probe on Thursday
It came after a sixth woman accused Gov Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment The committee will have the authority to interview witnesses, subpoena documents and evaluate evidence, Heastie said
He said the probe will not interfere with an independent investigation already underway by Attorney General Letitia James
59 Democrats in the New York legislature signed a letter demanding Cuomo s resignation on Thursday
• Updated: March 12, 2021 6:10 p.m.
arrow Governor Andrew Cuomo with Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles Schumer plus Lieutenant Kathy Hochul (far left) and Attorney General Letitia James John Lamparski/SOPA Images/Shutterstock
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand have joined Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives, calling for Governor Andrew Cuomo’s resignation, citing the growing number of sexual misconduct allegations and his administration’s handling of data related to deaths from COVID-19. Confronting and overcoming the Covid crisis requires sure and steady leadership. We commend the brave actions of the individuals who have come forward with serious allegations of abuse and misconduct, the joint statement reads. Due to the multiple, credible sexual harassment and misconduct allegations, it is clear that Governor Cuomo has lost the confidence of his governing partners and the people of New York
ALBANY â The Albany Police Department on Friday released the names of five suspects who were arrested for their involvement in violent crimes in the city.
In recent months the city has experienced a spike in shooting incidents that has been noticed by law enforcement agencies at the local, state and federal levels as well as by residents.
There have been 20 homicides in Dougherty County in 2020, with all but one of those occurring inside the city limits. Also, all but one of those deaths have come by gunshot.
Those arrested recently include:
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