Cuomo "I Have Never Committed Sexual Harassment"... Again Refuses to Resign Despite Pressure

Governor Cuomo of New York is talking to someone in the official residence garden.
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[Asia Economy New York=Correspondent Baek Jong-min] Andrew Cuomo, Governor of New York State, once again refused to resign, insisting that he did not sexually harass anyone. Even Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a representative of the progressive camp in New York City, pressured him, but Governor Cuomo remained steadfast.

On the 12th (local time), during a press briefing on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Governor Cuomo said, "I will not resign."

Governor Cuomo emphasized, "I was elected not by politicians but by the residents," and "I did not commit any of the allegations raised," adding, "I have never harassed, abused, or assaulted anyone. I have never engaged in inappropriate sexual relations."

Six women, including former aides, have come forward one after another, accusing Governor Cuomo of sexual harassment or sexual misconduct in the past.

Governor Cuomo also asked to wait until the conclusion of the external investigation under the supervision of New York State Attorney General Letitia James and the impeachment inquiry approved by the New York State Legislature the day before.

On the same day, even Democratic star politician Representative Ocasio-Cortez called for Cuomo's resignation. Together with Representative Jamaal Bowman, she issued a joint statement saying, "We believe these women, the State Attorney General, and the 55 New York State legislators who have concluded that Governor Cuomo can no longer lead the state."

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