DOJ Investigates Allegations of Cuomo Misleading Lawmakers on Handling of Pandemic

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Republicans in Congress are investigating how New York Governor, Cuomo, handled the pandemic and the treatment of nursing home residents. Two Republicans have sent referrals to the Justice Department accusing Cuomo of making false statements during his testimony on Capitol Hill. This investigation is ongoing a month before the primary race for the mayor of New York City, in which Cuomo is participating.

Republicans’ Investigation on Cuomo’s Pandemic Response

Carrie Johnson:

Republicans in Congress scrutinized New York’s Governor Cuomo’s management of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly his treatment of nursing home residents. Cuomo defended himself on Capitol Hill, resulting in two referrals to the Justice Department from Republicans, who suspect him of making false statements. Cuomo insists his testimony was truthful and accurate.

The DOJ is now reportedly probing into whether Cuomo misled lawmakers about his interaction with a report concerning nursing homes during the pandemic. This comes as Cuomo and current New York City Mayor, Eric Adams, are gearing up for the city’s mayoral primary race.

Adams successfully cleared himself after the Trump-era DOJ dropped their case against him. This contentious matter led to the resignation of over a dozen career prosecutors.

DOJ investigation triggers a political stir a month before the NYC mayoral primary, with both Cuomo and Adams in the running. More updates to follow as the story develops.

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