Federal Authorities Inquire About Cuomo Sex-Harassment Claims

The U.S. Justice Department is looking into sexual harassment claims against former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, according to a disclosure in a contract filed with the New York state comptroller’s office.

Cuomo resigned in August after state Attorney General Letitia James released a report detailing a pattern of alleged sexual assault and harassment claims against state employees and other women. In connection with the investigation, Cuomo and the Executive Chamber retained legal counsel and had to disclose contracts for the services to the state Comptroller.

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In a contract with Willkie Farr & Gallagher, the law firm said ...