The Cuomo allegations matter
March 2, 2021, 3:48 PM·6 min read
Gov. Andrew Cuomo is fighting for political survival amid sexual harassment claims. A few states are ending mask restrictions. And a popular flea collar has been linked to almost 1,700 pet deaths.
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The latest on the sexual harassment allegations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has been accused by three young women of sexual harassment or unwanted sexual contact, ranging from kissing to asking an employee about her sex life to soliciting a former aide to play "strip poker." Though lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, as well as advocacy groups, called for an investigation into the accusations, or even his resignation, others, including Cuomo himself, have minimized the claims. On Sunday, Cuomo, 63, said he has never inappropriately touched anyone or propositioned anybody. But the accusations against Cuomo should be taken seriously, sexual violence experts say. Tuesday, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said the president and vice president "believe that every woman coming forward should be heard, should be treated with dignity and treated with respect." Here are the allegations against Cuomo:

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