Democrat Leaders Pelosi and Schumer Call for Governor Andrew Cuomo to Resign After Damning Report Released by NY Attorney General

Many Democrats are calling for Governor Andrew Cuomo to resign from office immediatly after investigation findings revealed “actions of the Governor were profoundly disturbing, inappropriate, and completely unacceptable.” according to a joint statement from Senators, Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY). The findings were released by New York State Attorney General Tuesday morning. Both Senators had previously called for Cuomo to resign back in March.

The full statement reads, “

Washington, D.C. – Following their calls for resignation in March, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) released the following joint statement:

“As we have said before, the reported actions of the Governor were profoundly disturbing, inappropriate, and completely unacceptable. Today’s report from the New York State Attorney General substantiated and corroborated the allegations of the brave women who came forward to share their stories – and we commend the women for doing so.

“The New York State Attorney General has conducted an independent, thorough and professional investigation that found the Governor violated state and federal law, had a pattern of sexually harassing current and former employees, retaliated against at least one of the accusers, and created a hostile work environment.

“No elected official is above the law. The people of New York deserve better leadership in the governor’s office. We continue to believe that the Governor should resign.”

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) also released a statement calling for the Governor to resign. Pelosi’s statement was tweeted by Congressional reporter Michael McAuliff.

“Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the conclusion of the investigation by the New York Attorney General into the allegations of sexual harassment by Governor Andrew Cuomo:

“Under Attorney General Letitia James, a comprehensive and independent investigation into the allegations against Governor Cuomo has been completed.
“As always, I commend the women who came forward to speak their truth.
“Recognizing his love of New York and the respect for the office he holds, I call upon the Governor to resign.”

Pelosi on Cuomo: “Recognizing his love of New York and the respect for the office he holds, I call upon the Governor to resign.” pic.twitter.com/Bbh6991sxS

— Michael McAuliff (@mmcauliff) August 3, 2021

The Hill reported that the entire NY Democratic congressional delegation is now calling for Cuomo to resign.

“House Democratic Caucus Chair Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.) and Reps. Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.) and Tom Suozzi (D-N.Y.) issued a statement Tuesday, saying “the time is right” for Cuomo to resign after an investigation found that he sexually harassed multiple women.

“The office of Attorney General Tish James conducted a complete, thorough and professional investigation of the disturbing allegations against Governor Andrew Cuomo,” Jeffries, Meeks and Suozzi said.

“We commend the brave women who came forward and spoke truth to power. The time has come for Governor Andrew Cuomo to do the right thing for the people of New York State and resign,” the congressmen said.“

Stay Tuned to Media Right News as we try to stay up to date on this situation.

UPDATE 4:57EST:

President Biden has also called on Governor Cuomo to resign from office when asked by a reporter. The reporter also asked if the Governor refuses to resign should he be impeached. Biden dodged answering that question by saying “Let’s take one thing at a time here”.

Biden calls for Cuomo to resign pic.twitter.com/ONBa5FxXqq

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