New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Says He’ll Resign

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We ran the numbers: There are 2990 news articles covering this topic. 61% (1809) are left leaning, 29% (876) are center, and 10% (305) are right leaning.

On Tuesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo resigned after an explosive report from the state attorney general found that he sexually harassed 11 women and violated state and federal laws. While left-leaning articles highlight that New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul will become New York’s 57th governor, right-leaning articles highlight that New York Attorney General Letitia James called Cuomo’s resignation a “step towards justice.”

A left-leaning article by The Boston Globe highlights that New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul will become New York’s 57th governor and the first woman to hold the post. Cuomo faces the possibility of criminal charges with a number of prosecutors around the state moving to investigate him.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul (d) said she is “prepared to lead” following the resignation of Cuomo. Hochul will assume office in 14 days, when Cuomo’s resignation becomes effective.

A right-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that New York Attorney General Letitia James called Cuomo’s resignation a “step towards justice.” James praised the elevation of Hochul, saying her ascension “will help New York enter a new day.”



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