DOJ Finds Cuomo Created Sexually Hostile Work Environment

The U.S. Justice Department reached a settlement with New York to resolve a sexual harassment investigation of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, confirming allegations from the probe that led to his resignation. The agreement outlines reforms made after Cuomo left office and additional steps the state will take to change how it handles sexual harassment claims. The investigation found a pattern of sexual misconduct by Cuomo and said he subjected at least 13 state employees to a sexually hostile work environment, with staffers failing to adequately report allegations and retaliating against four women who raised complaints. Cuomo's attorney denies the allegations, calling the DOJ settlement a political move, while current Gov. Kathy Hochul looks to continue reforming the state's procedures for addressing and preventing sexual harassment and retaliation.