Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo may have resigned in disgrace last year amid accusations of sexual harassment, but he still controls a war chest of more than $16 million, according to records released Tuesday.

Cuomo, once one of the strongest fundraisers in the Democratic Party, left office last summer with $18 million in campaign funds. It was a staggering amount, especially for a departing official — though that sum has been surpassed by his successor, Gov. Kathy Hochul, whose team announced Tuesday that her campaign raised nearly $21.6 million in five months, with more than $21 million in cash on hand.

The most recent disclosure report showed that Cuomo’s stockpile had diminished since leaving office, as he made significant expenditures to law firms, reflecting the morass of legal difficulties he has confronted.

But with more than $16.4 million in cash on hand, Cuomo remains among the best-funded political figures in New York.

Cuomo is not fundraising as a candidate, but he has continued to communicate with supporters and to pay a few advisers — and he has also continued to take in some donations, in particular low-dollar donations, some of which came from outside New York. Some associates have said he appears interested in regaining relevance in public life, even as many big-spending onetime allies have cut ties. He reported more than $200,000 in contributions and more than $2 million in expenditures for the latest campaign finance period.

The release comes several weeks after top prosecutors in Nassau, Westchester and Albany counties declared the sexual harassment allegations against Cuomo to be disturbing, credible and serious, but concluded that they would not prosecute him for a crime.

Cuomo has plainly been emboldened by those developments.

Last week, Cuomo’s lawyer, Rita Glavin, held a news conference in which she questioned the credibility of some of the women who accused Cuomo of misconduct, and laced into the state attorney general’s office, which oversaw the investigation that concluded Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women.

She declined to speculate on Cuomo’s political future, but said he was exploring “whatever legal options he has available to him.”

Cuomo’s campaign arm paid for an email to supporters Tuesday morning that sharply criticized Attorney General Letitia James and promoted Glavin’s appearance. James and her team have strongly defended the report.

At the same time, Cuomo has remained in touch with associates and onetime allies, sounding some of them out over the past several months about the political landscape, even as many Democrats have made clear they hope he stays on the sidelines. One Democrat familiar with some of Cuomo’s calls said that he appeared to have started increasing his outreach in the New York political arena this month, as a judge dismissed a criminal complaint that had accused him of groping a former aide in the Executive Mansion in late 2020.

Another person who spoke with him in recent weeks said Cuomo gave the impression that he was seeking vindication, and made clear that he believed those who had called for his resignation had made a mistake.

Cuomo could use his remaining funds beyond any effort to seek office himself, from making political donations — though accepting money from him would be politically fraught for many Democrats — to attacking perceived adversaries to efforts to improve his image.

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo may have resigned in disgrace last year amid accusations of sexual harassment, but he still controls a war chest of more than $16 million, according to records released Tuesday.

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo may have resigned in disgrace last year amid accusations of sexual harassment, but he still controls a war chest of more than $16 million, according to records released Tuesday. Cuomo, once one of the strongest fundraisers in the Democratic Party, left office last summer with $18 million in campaign funds. It was a staggering amount, especially for a departing official — though that sum has been surpassed by his successor, Gov. Kathy Hochul, whose team announced Tuesday that her campaign raised nearly $21.6 million in five months, with more than $21 million in cash on hand. The most recent disclosure report showed that Cuomo’s stockpile had diminished since leaving office, as he made significant expenditures to law firms, reflecting the morass of legal difficulties he has confronted. But with more than $16.4 million in cash on hand, Cuomo remains among the best-funded political figures in New York. Cuomo is not fundraising as a candidate, but he has continued to communicate with supporters and to pay a few advisers — and he has also continued to take in some donations, in particular low-dollar donations, some of which came from outside New York. Some associates have said he appears interested in regaining relevance in public life, even as many big-spending onetime allies have cut ties. He reported more than $200,000 in contributions and more than $2 million in expenditures for the latest campaign finance period. The release comes several weeks after top prosecutors in Nassau, Westchester and Albany counties declared the sexual harassment allegations against Cuomo to be disturbing, credible and serious, but concluded that they would not prosecute him for a crime. Cuomo has plainly been emboldened by those developments. Last week, Cuomo’s lawyer, Rita Glavin, held a news conference in which she questioned the credibility of some of the women who accused Cuomo of misconduct, and laced into the state attorney general’s office, which oversaw the investigation that concluded Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women. She declined to speculate on Cuomo’s political future, but said he was exploring “whatever legal options he has available to him.” Cuomo’s campaign arm paid for an email to supporters Tuesday morning that sharply criticized Attorney General Letitia James and promoted Glavin’s appearance. James and her team have strongly defended the report. At the same time, Cuomo has remained in touch with associates and onetime allies, sounding some of them out over the past several months about the political landscape, even as many Democrats have made clear they hope he stays on the sidelines. One Democrat familiar with some of Cuomo’s calls said that he appeared to have started increasing his outreach in the New York political arena this month, as a judge dismissed a criminal complaint that had accused him of groping a former aide in the Executive Mansion in late 2020. Another person who spoke with him in recent weeks said Cuomo gave the impression that he was seeking vindication, and made clear that he believed those who had called for his resignation had made a mistake. Cuomo could use his remaining funds beyond any effort to seek office himself, from making political donations — though accepting money from him would be politically fraught for many Democrats — to attacking perceived adversaries to efforts to improve his image.

Cuomo has $16 million in campaign cash and no campaign. What now?

A New York county prosecutor on Friday asked a judge to delay for two months the arraignment of former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on a misdemeanor sex offense charge, saying a local sheriff may have botched the case by rushing to file the complaint.

Cuomo resigned in August in the middle of his third term as governor after a five-month official inquiry found that he had sexually harassed 11 women.

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Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple filed a "forcible touching" charge against Cuomo last month based on one woman's accusation that Cuomo groped her under her blouse at the Executive Mansion in the New York state capital of Albany.

But the charge against Cuomo was "potentially defective," Albany County District Attorney David Soares wrote in a letter to the judge dated Thursday because it failed to include a sworn statement from the accuser.

Soares asked Albany City Court Judge Holly Trexler to delay Cuomo's arraignment, which had been scheduled for Nov. 17, for 60 days to give his office more time to review the case and possibly avoid a procedural dismissal. Cuomo's attorney supported the request, and the judge granted the delay, scheduling Cuomo's arraignment for January&nbsp;7, a spokesperson for Soares said.

Soares said in his letter that his office had been investigating Cuomo for months when the sheriff surprised him with a criminal filing.

"We were in the middle of that investigation when the Sheriff unilaterally and inexplicably filed a complaint in this Court. Unfortunately the filings is this matter are potentially defective in that the police-officer-complainant failed to include a sworn statement by the victim such that the (state) could proceed with a prosecution," the Soares letter said.

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Soares also said his office was still reviewing hundreds of hours of videotaped testimony and volumes of documents produced by the five-month probe that was conducted by independent lawyers under the direction of state Attorney General Tish James.

Sheriff Apple did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. In comments to the Albany Times Union, he said his office followed proper procedures.

"There was sworn testimony included, and we followed the policies and protocols set to interview victims of sex crimes," Apple said.

Apple previously regretted that Soares and others were surprised by his charge, saying his office filed the paperwork for review and intended to meet with prosecutors to determine whether a criminal arrest warrant or a criminal summons would be issued.

The process, however, moved much more quickly than planned, and the information was leaked to the news media, he said.

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Apple also rejected Cuomo's accusations of political motivations, saying his office had conducted a "comprehensive and methodical" investigation.

Cuomo, who has maintained his innocence, said he only resigned in order to avoid putting the state through the turmoil that would follow his efforts to fight the charges.

If convicted on the misdemeanor charge, he would face a possible sentence of up to a year in jail.

A New York county prosecutor on Friday asked a judge to delay for two months the arraignment of former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on a misdemeanor sex offense charge, saying a local sheriff may have botched the case by rushing to file the complaint.

A New York county prosecutor on Friday asked a judge to delay for two months the arraignment of former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on a misdemeanor sex offense charge, saying a local sheriff may have botched the case by rushing to file the complaint. Cuomo resigned in August in the middle of his third term as governor after a five-month official inquiry found that he had sexually harassed 11 women. Also Read | At least 8 dead, many hurt at Travis Scott’s Astroworld music festival in US Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple filed a "forcible touching" charge against Cuomo last month based on one woman's accusation that Cuomo groped her under her blouse at the Executive Mansion in the New York state capital of Albany. But the charge against Cuomo was "potentially defective," Albany County District Attorney David Soares wrote in a letter to the judge dated Thursday because it failed to include a sworn statement from the accuser. Soares asked Albany City Court Judge Holly Trexler to delay Cuomo's arraignment, which had been scheduled for Nov. 17, for 60 days to give his office more time to review the case and possibly avoid a procedural dismissal. Cuomo's attorney supported the request, and the judge granted the delay, scheduling Cuomo's arraignment for January 7, a spokesperson for Soares said. Soares said in his letter that his office had been investigating Cuomo for months when the sheriff surprised him with a criminal filing. "We were in the middle of that investigation when the Sheriff unilaterally and inexplicably filed a complaint in this Court. Unfortunately the filings is this matter are potentially defective in that the police-officer-complainant failed to include a sworn statement by the victim such that the (state) could proceed with a prosecution," the Soares letter said. Also Read | Chinese spy convicted of trying to steal US aviation trade secrets Soares also said his office was still reviewing hundreds of hours of videotaped testimony and volumes of documents produced by the five-month probe that was conducted by independent lawyers under the direction of state Attorney General Tish James. Sheriff Apple did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. In comments to the Albany Times Union, he said his office followed proper procedures. "There was sworn testimony included, and we followed the policies and protocols set to interview victims of sex crimes," Apple said. Apple previously regretted that Soares and others were surprised by his charge, saying his office filed the paperwork for review and intended to meet with prosecutors to determine whether a criminal arrest warrant or a criminal summons would be issued. The process, however, moved much more quickly than planned, and the information was leaked to the news media, he said. Also Read | Eight camels, a llama on loose: Spanish cops end circus animals’ night out Apple also rejected Cuomo's accusations of political motivations, saying his office had conducted a "comprehensive and methodical" investigation. Cuomo, who has maintained his innocence, said he only resigned in order to avoid putting the state through the turmoil that would follow his efforts to fight the charges. If convicted on the misdemeanor charge, he would face a possible sentence of up to a year in jail.

New York county prosecutor casts doubt on sex offense charge against Cuomo

New York Governor Andrew&nbsp;Cuomo addressed his three daughters in his resignation&nbsp;following an inquiry that found he sexually harassed 11 women.

"In many ways, I see the world through the eyes of my daughters: Cara, Mariah, and Michaela," 63-year-old Cuomo said, adding, "I have lived this experience with and through them."

"Your dad made mistakes, and he apologized, and he learned from it, and that's what life is all about."

Cuomo&nbsp;had been under mounting pressure to resign in recent days with President Joe Biden, the two Democratic senators from New York, and multiple state lawmakers calling on him to step down.

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His announcement came just days after the resignation of a top aide, Melissa DeRosa, and the filing of a criminal complaint against him by a former executive assistant, Brittany Commisso.

It was a stunning reversal of fortune for the 63-year-old&nbsp;Cuomo, who just a year ago earned praise for his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic before being engulfed in the harassment allegations and claims that he covered up the scale of deaths in nursing homes.

A Democrat who had served since 2011 as governor of the fourth most-populous US&nbsp;state,&nbsp;Cuomo&nbsp;made the announcement a week after New York Attorney General Letitia James released the results of a five-month independent investigation that concluded he had engaged in conduct that violated US&nbsp;and state laws.

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Cuomo&nbsp;again denied any wrongdoing, though he said he accepted "full responsibility" for offending the women through what he characterised as ill-conceived attempts to be affectionate or humorous.

He said he had concluded that fighting the accusations while remaining in office would paralyze state government and cost taxpayers millions of dollars at a time when the coronavirus pandemic still poses a major threat.

"I think, given the circumstances, the best way I can help now is if I step aside and let government get back to government - and therefore that's what I'll do," he said.

The investigation, detailed in a 168-page report, found that&nbsp;Cuomo&nbsp;groped, kissed or made suggestive comments to women including current and former government workers - one a state trooper - and retaliated against at least one woman who accused him of sexual misconduct.

Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, 62 and a Democrat from western New York, will take over as governor of the state of more than 19 million people until the end of&nbsp;Cuomo's term in December 2022 as outlined in the state's constitution, becoming the first woman to hold the post.

Cuomo's resignation marks the second time in 13 years that a New York governor has stepped down in scandal, after Eliot Spitzer quit in 2008 over his patronage of prostitutes.&nbsp;Cuomo&nbsp;also became the latest powerful man taken down in recent years following the rise of the #MeToo social movement against sexual abuse and harassment that has shaken politics, Hollywood, the business world and the workplace.

His resignation spared&nbsp;Cuomo&nbsp;from possible removal from office through impeachment proceedings in the Democratic-controlled state legislature, which appeared overwhelmingly likely as lawmakers abandoned him in droves.

Cuomo&nbsp;was elected to three terms as governor, as was his late father, Mario&nbsp;Cuomo. He previously served as US&nbsp;Department of Housing and Urban Development secretary from 1997 to 2001 under former President Bill Clinton.

(With inputs from agencies)

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo addressed his three daughters in his resignation following an inquiry that found he sexually harassed 11 women. "In many ways, I see the world through the eyes of my daughters: Cara, Mariah, and Michaela," 63-year-old Cuomo said, adding, "I have lived this experience with and through them.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo addressed his three daughters in his resignation following an inquiry that found he sexually harassed 11 women. "In many ways, I see the world through the eyes of my daughters: Cara, Mariah, and Michaela," 63-year-old Cuomo said, adding, "I have lived this experience with and through them." "Your dad made mistakes, and he apologized, and he learned from it, and that's what life is all about." Cuomo had been under mounting pressure to resign in recent days with President Joe Biden, the two Democratic senators from New York, and multiple state lawmakers calling on him to step down. His announcement came just days after the resignation of a top aide, Melissa DeRosa, and the filing of a criminal complaint against him by a former executive assistant, Brittany Commisso. It was a stunning reversal of fortune for the 63-year-old Cuomo, who just a year ago earned praise for his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic before being engulfed in the harassment allegations and claims that he covered up the scale of deaths in nursing homes. A Democrat who had served since 2011 as governor of the fourth most-populous US state, Cuomo made the announcement a week after New York Attorney General Letitia James released the results of a five-month independent investigation that concluded he had engaged in conduct that violated US and state laws. Also see | From Covid comforter to sex assault accused: New York Governor Cuomo's fall from grace Cuomo again denied any wrongdoing, though he said he accepted "full responsibility" for offending the women through what he characterised as ill-conceived attempts to be affectionate or humorous. He said he had concluded that fighting the accusations while remaining in office would paralyze state government and cost taxpayers millions of dollars at a time when the coronavirus pandemic still poses a major threat. "I think, given the circumstances, the best way I can help now is if I step aside and let government get back to government - and therefore that's what I'll do," he said. The investigation, detailed in a 168-page report, found that Cuomo groped, kissed or made suggestive comments to women including current and former government workers - one a state trooper - and retaliated against at least one woman who accused him of sexual misconduct. Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, 62 and a Democrat from western New York, will take over as governor of the state of more than 19 million people until the end of Cuomo's term in December 2022 as outlined in the state's constitution, becoming the first woman to hold the post. Cuomo's resignation marks the second time in 13 years that a New York governor has stepped down in scandal, after Eliot Spitzer quit in 2008 over his patronage of prostitutes. Cuomo also became the latest powerful man taken down in recent years following the rise of the #MeToo social movement against sexual abuse and harassment that has shaken politics, Hollywood, the business world and the workplace. His resignation spared Cuomo from possible removal from office through impeachment proceedings in the Democratic-controlled state legislature, which appeared overwhelmingly likely as lawmakers abandoned him in droves. Cuomo was elected to three terms as governor, as was his late father, Mario Cuomo. He previously served as US Department of Housing and Urban Development secretary from 1997 to 2001 under former President Bill Clinton. (With inputs from agencies)

'Your dad made mistakes': Cuomo addresses his daughters in resignation

A top aide to New York governor Andrew Cuomo resigned on Sunday, US media reported, as the net closed further around a once-influential politician now facing the possibility of criminal charges over claims he sexually harassed 11 former and current state employees.

Melissa DeRosa had served as secretary to the embattled governor since 2017 and had long been described by New York media as one of his closest confidants.

But in her resignation note Sunday -- obtained by several US media outlets -- she said the last two years had "been emotionally and mentally trying".

"It has been the greatest honour of my life to serve the people of New York for the past 10 years. New Yorkers' resilience, strength, and optimism through the most difficult times has inspired me every day," she said.

Her resignation comes just days after a woman accusing the governor of groping her filed a criminal complaint against him, increasing the likelihood of him being charged.

The woman, who has not been named but who works as an aide to Cuomo, says the three-term governor assaulted her at his executive mansion last year.

Her allegation formed part of an explosive report released this week that said Cuomo sexually harassed 11 former and current state employees.

That report also named DeRosa as part of a group of loyalists working to retaliate against a woman who had accused the governor of harassment.&nbsp;

The veteran Democrat has repeatedly denied ever touching a woman inappropriately.

He has rejected calls from President Joe Biden and other leading Democrats to quit, and state lawmakers are moving to impeach him.&nbsp;

Cuomo was initially praised for his handling of the coronavirus crisis before he was engulfed in accusations that he covered up the scale of deaths in nursing homes -- a scandal in which DeRosa had also been implicated.

A top aide to New York governor Andrew Cuomo resigned on Sunday, US media reported, as the net closed further around a once-influential politician now facing the possibility of criminal charges over claims he sexually harassed 11 former and current state employees.

A top aide to New York governor Andrew Cuomo resigned on Sunday, US media reported, as the net closed further around a once-influential politician now facing the possibility of criminal charges over claims he sexually harassed 11 former and current state employees. Melissa DeRosa had served as secretary to the embattled governor since 2017 and had long been described by New York media as one of his closest confidants. But in her resignation note Sunday -- obtained by several US media outlets -- she said the last two years had "been emotionally and mentally trying". "It has been the greatest honour of my life to serve the people of New York for the past 10 years. New Yorkers' resilience, strength, and optimism through the most difficult times has inspired me every day," she said. Her resignation comes just days after a woman accusing the governor of groping her filed a criminal complaint against him, increasing the likelihood of him being charged. The woman, who has not been named but who works as an aide to Cuomo, says the three-term governor assaulted her at his executive mansion last year. Her allegation formed part of an explosive report released this week that said Cuomo sexually harassed 11 former and current state employees. That report also named DeRosa as part of a group of loyalists working to retaliate against a woman who had accused the governor of harassment. The veteran Democrat has repeatedly denied ever touching a woman inappropriately. He has rejected calls from President Joe Biden and other leading Democrats to quit, and state lawmakers are moving to impeach him. Cuomo was initially praised for his handling of the coronavirus crisis before he was engulfed in accusations that he covered up the scale of deaths in nursing homes -- a scandal in which DeRosa had also been implicated.

Sexual assault case: Top aide to New York Governor Cuomo resigns

A woman who accused New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo of groping her breast in the Executive Mansion last year has filed a criminal complaint with the Albany County Sheriff’s Office, the agency said Friday.

The criminal complaint from the woman, an executive assistant whose name has not been publicised, increases the possibility that the governor could face criminal charges related to his behavior.

Legal experts have said that his conduct toward the assistant, as described in a 165-page report released by the New York state attorney general’s office this week, could be charged as forcible touching, a misdemeanor.

Cuomo, a third-term Democrat, has repeatedly denied ever inappropriately touching the woman, or any of the others who have accused him of sexual misconduct. On Thursday, he said he would cooperate with the state Assembly’s request for information as it concludes its investigation into his conduct and prepares to draft articles of impeachment against him.

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The Albany County prosecutor, David Soares, is one of five prosecutors who have so far indicated that their offices are looking into the governor’s conduct after the report from Attorney General Letitia James found that he had sexually harassed 11 women.

The criminal complaint was reported by The New York Post.

The executive assistant told investigators that the governor had acted inappropriately toward her since 2019, kissing and hugging her in ways that she found uncomfortable. His advances toward her culminated in November in the episode at the mansion, in which he reached under her blouse and grabbed her breast, she told investigators.

The governor denied to investigators that he had touched her inappropriately.

The woman’s lawyer could not immediately be reached. A spokesman for the governor said Friday that the office had referred the assistant’s case to its office of employee relations months ago and again pointed toward the governor’s denial of her claim. A spokeswoman for the Albany district attorney declined to comment on the complaint, saying only that the investigation was “an ongoing matter that is under review.”

The woman told investigators that she had been summoned to the mansion, that the governor had pulled her in for a close hug and that, after she pulled away, he again advanced, slid his hand up her blouse and cupped her breast.

She initially did not report what had happened, she said, adding that she was “terrified” that she would lose her job.

But in March, after the governor denied in a news conference that he had ever touched anyone inappropriately, she told several other executive assistants, who then reported the incident to Judith L. Mogul and Beth Garvey, attorneys for the governor. The following day, The Times Union of Albany published an article about the allegation.

A woman who accused New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo of groping her breast in the Executive Mansion last year has filed a criminal complaint with the Albany County Sheriff’s Office, the agency said Friday.

A woman who accused New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo of groping her breast in the Executive Mansion last year has filed a criminal complaint with the Albany County Sheriff’s Office, the agency said Friday. The criminal complaint from the woman, an executive assistant whose name has not been publicised, increases the possibility that the governor could face criminal charges related to his behavior. Legal experts have said that his conduct toward the assistant, as described in a 165-page report released by the New York state attorney general’s office this week, could be charged as forcible touching, a misdemeanor. Cuomo, a third-term Democrat, has repeatedly denied ever inappropriately touching the woman, or any of the others who have accused him of sexual misconduct. On Thursday, he said he would cooperate with the state Assembly’s request for information as it concludes its investigation into his conduct and prepares to draft articles of impeachment against him. WATCH | The Albany County prosecutor, David Soares, is one of five prosecutors who have so far indicated that their offices are looking into the governor’s conduct after the report from Attorney General Letitia James found that he had sexually harassed 11 women. The criminal complaint was reported by The New York Post. The executive assistant told investigators that the governor had acted inappropriately toward her since 2019, kissing and hugging her in ways that she found uncomfortable. His advances toward her culminated in November in the episode at the mansion, in which he reached under her blouse and grabbed her breast, she told investigators. The governor denied to investigators that he had touched her inappropriately. The woman’s lawyer could not immediately be reached. A spokesman for the governor said Friday that the office had referred the assistant’s case to its office of employee relations months ago and again pointed toward the governor’s denial of her claim. A spokeswoman for the Albany district attorney declined to comment on the complaint, saying only that the investigation was “an ongoing matter that is under review.” The woman told investigators that she had been summoned to the mansion, that the governor had pulled her in for a close hug and that, after she pulled away, he again advanced, slid his hand up her blouse and cupped her breast. She initially did not report what had happened, she said, adding that she was “terrified” that she would lose her job. But in March, after the governor denied in a news conference that he had ever touched anyone inappropriately, she told several other executive assistants, who then reported the incident to Judith L. Mogul and Beth Garvey, attorneys for the governor. The following day, The Times Union of Albany published an article about the allegation.

Cuomo aide who says he groped her files criminal complaint

From Covid comforter to sex assault accused: New York Governor Cuomo's fall from grace

Demonstrators on Wednesday protested outside the New York administration office demanding governor Andrew <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-woman-who-worked-under-new-york-governor-cuomo-accuses-him-of-sexual-harassment-366730">Cuomo's</a> resignation after a third woman came forward accusing the governor of sexual harassment.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-unused-vaccines-are-thrown-in-trash-cuomo-loosens-rules-356065">Cuomo</a> has been facing heat over alleged underreporting of COVID-19 fatalities in New York nursing homes. The New York governor on Monday had referred himself for investigation over sexual misconduct allegations by two ex-aides.

"I was trying to be a mentor to her. I never made advances toward Ms. Bennett nor did I ever intend to act in any way that was inappropriate," Cuomo said while defending himself against the allegations and called for "a full and thorough outside review".

Another woman, Anna Ruch, came forward to alleged Cuomo attempted to sexually harass her as she pushed away during a wedding in September 2019.&nbsp;

The New York governor had allegedly asked Ruch if he could kiss her.&nbsp;Ruch said the incident left her "confused and shocked and embarrassed."&nbsp;

Democrats and Republicans have called for Cuomo's resignation amid the sexual assault charges.

Cuomo has denied he physically touched anyone while he apologised if any of his remarks or behaviour was interpreted as flirtatious.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Cuomo has hired a criminal defence lawyer Elkan Abramowitz to represent his office into the state's misreporting of coronavirus deaths among nursing home residents.

Demonstrators on Wednesday protested outside the New York administration office demanding governor Andrew Cuomo's resignation after a third woman came forward accusing the governor of sexual harassment.

Demonstrators on Wednesday protested outside the New York administration office demanding governor Andrew Cuomo's resignation after a third woman came forward accusing the governor of sexual harassment. Watch: Cuomo has been facing heat over alleged underreporting of COVID-19 fatalities in New York nursing homes. The New York governor on Monday had referred himself for investigation over sexual misconduct allegations by two ex-aides. "I was trying to be a mentor to her. I never made advances toward Ms. Bennett nor did I ever intend to act in any way that was inappropriate," Cuomo said while defending himself against the allegations and called for "a full and thorough outside review". Another woman, Anna Ruch, came forward to alleged Cuomo attempted to sexually harass her as she pushed away during a wedding in September 2019. The New York governor had allegedly asked Ruch if he could kiss her. Ruch said the incident left her "confused and shocked and embarrassed." Democrats and Republicans have called for Cuomo's resignation amid the sexual assault charges. Cuomo has denied he physically touched anyone while he apologised if any of his remarks or behaviour was interpreted as flirtatious. Meanwhile, Cuomo has hired a criminal defence lawyer Elkan Abramowitz to represent his office into the state's misreporting of coronavirus deaths among nursing home residents.

Protesters demand New York governor Cuomo's resignation over sexual harassment allegation

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo called on Saturday for an outside review following a report of sexual misconduct allegations against him by a second former aide, compounding problems for one of America's most well-known Democratic politicians.

Cuomo calls for outside review after second former aide alleges sexual misconduct