Cuomo's scandals have cost NY taxpayers whopping $60M and counting in legal bills: bombshell state audit

A new state audit reveals that taxpayers in New York have spent a staggering $60 million on legal fees connected to Andrew Cuomo's administration scandals. This sum includes $18 million defending against sexual harassment lawsuits filed by former aides and state employees, with an additional $11.7 million associated with investigations into his COVID-19 handling and related impeachment proceedings. As Cuomo vies for the mayoral position, Democratic rivals demand that he reimburse the state and halt any further use of taxpayer funds for his legal expenses. The costs continue to rise monthly, raising accountability concerns.

“New York taxpayers have allotted $60 million in legal fees linked to Andrew Cuomo's scandals, stirring controversy as he aims for the mayor’s office.”

“Comptroller DiNapoli’s report revealed taxpayers funded $29.7 million directly for Cuomo's legal defense amidst ongoing sexual harassment lawsuits, inviting demands for reimbursement.”

“Cuomo successfully argued for taxpayer funding of his legal expenses, heightening concerns among mayoral candidates about holding him accountable for misuse of public funds.”

“Calls for Cuomo to reimburse New York taxpayers are intensifying among mayoral candidates after revelations of his administration’s costly legal battles and associated scandals.”

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