New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo submitted his letter of resignation hours before he officially vacates the office.
The Democrat, who is stepping down amid controversy, addressed the letter to Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie.
“I hereby tender my resignation for the office of Governor of the State of New York. This resignation will be effective at 12:00 a.m., August 24, 2021. It has been my pleasure to serve with you both,” Cuomo wrote.
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Cuomo, 63, announced his resignation on Aug. 10 following the release of New York Attorney General Letitia James’s report outlining 11 allegations of sexual harassment against the governor.
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Cuomo rejected the claims outlined in the report but said it was the “right thing” to step down. But in his final public remarks as governor, he said it was “unfair” he had to resign.
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Although lawmakers appear to have backed out of moving to impeach Cuomo, they are expected to release a report on the inquiry. Cuomo also faces multiple criminal investigations.
Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul is poised to replace Cuomo as New York’s first female governor, and Stewart-Cousins will take over as lieutenant governor.
