DOJ Investigation into Andrew Cuomo Intensifies Amid Mayoral Campaign
The Justice Department's investigation into Andrew Cuomo escalates as he leads the NYC mayoral race, facing allegations of lying to Congress about COVID-19 nursing home deaths.
Overview
The Justice Department has intensified its criminal investigation into former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is running for mayor of New York City. The inquiry, initiated by a referral from House Republicans, accuses Cuomo of lying during his congressional testimony regarding his administration's handling of nursing home deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cuomo's campaign claims the investigation is politically motivated, especially as he leads in the Democratic primary. Recent developments include a new ad from his campaign framing the inquiry as election interference by the Trump administration, which has faced scrutiny for its handling of similar cases.
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"…The investigation comes after the Justice Department sought the dismissal of a federal corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams, a controversial move that sparked resignations of department officials including the top federal prosecutor in Manhattan in protest of the order."
MSNBC·1M·"…The investigation comes after the Justice Department sought the dismissal of a federal corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams, a controversial move that sparked resignations of department officials including the top federal prosecutor in Manhattan in protest of the order."
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The Daily Wire·1M·"…The investigation comes after the Justice Department sought the dismissal of a federal corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams, a controversial move that sparked resignations of department officials including the top federal prosecutor in Manhattan in protest of the order."
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Newsmax·1M·"…The investigation comes after the Justice Department sought the dismissal of a federal corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams, a controversial move that sparked resignations of department officials including the top federal prosecutor in Manhattan in protest of the order."
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Andrew Cuomo is being investigated for allegedly making false statements to Congress about his administration's handling of nursing home deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically accused of misleading lawmakers about the state's management and the number of fatalities.
House Republicans, specifically Rep. James Comer, chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, referred Andrew Cuomo to the Justice Department for possible criminal prosecution concerning his COVID-19 nursing home testimony.
Cuomo's spokesperson stated that the investigation is politically motivated, described it as 'lawfare and election interference,' and claimed that Cuomo provided truthful testimony to the best of his recollection and was willing to answer further questions.
Despite the investigation, Andrew Cuomo continues to lead in polling against his main opponent, Eric Adams, who himself faced prior legal troubles. The investigation has added a layer of scrutiny but has not yet significantly changed the race's dynamics.
The investigation comes shortly after federal prosecutors dropped corruption charges against Eric Adams, Cuomo's mayoral opponent, suggesting a complex political environment. Some officials see the probe as part of political maneuvers amid the New York City mayoral race.
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