Cuomo Resignation and Hochul Steps Up
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On Wednesday, New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul (D) touted her readiness to lead the state and emphasized her distance from Governor Andrew Cuomo (D). While left-leaning articles highlight that Hochul vowed to set a better tone in state government after a sexual harassment scandal that spurred Cuomo’s resignation, right-leaning articles highlight that Cuomo won fawning coverage from celebrities, politicians, and the media, but now, his spotlight has come crashing down.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Hochul vowed to set a better tone in state government after a sexual harassment scandal that spurred Cuomo’s resignation. Hochul is set to become the state’s first female governor in two weeks.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Hochul said her ascension to the governorship was “not expected” but “is a day for which I’m prepared.” Hochul said she intends to continue her travel schedule during the transition and meet with New Yorkers.
A right-leaning article by The Washington Examiner highlights that a year ago, Cuomo won fawning coverage from celebrities, politicians, and the media, but now, his spotlight has come crashing down. Cuomo’s downfall began when the FBI and the Brooklyn federal prosecutor’s office opened an investigation into Cuomo’s handling of nursing homes.
From the right
From 'rock star' to rock bottom, Cuomo's time in spotlight reaches ugly end
Washington Examiner