Lindsey Boylan, a former assistant to the New York government, Andrew Cuomo, who accused him of sexual misconduct, said Wednesday that she has no plans to participate in the state-led investigation into claims against the Democratic governor.
In a series of tweets, Boylan accused the investigation of being a ‘sham’, calling out State Speaker Carl Heastie for failing to lead a transparent process.
The tweets follow the announcement by the New York State Assembly that it has selected Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP to help lead the investigation.
A Heastie spokesman did not immediately return Fox News’ request for comment.
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Boylan’s tweets were first reported by The New York Post.
Boyill’s lawyer, Jill Basinger, told the publication that she was ‘fully cooperating’ with the Attorney General’s investigation and was questioned last week in connection with the investigation.
“We are pleased with the scope of the investigation and the thoughtfulness and thoroughness of its interrogation,” Basinger said.
Boylan was the first of seven women to make allegations of sexual misconduct against Cuomo public. She claims the governor attempted to kiss her in his office, which he denied.
As reported by Fox News on Tuesday, state lawmakers have indicated that the investigation into Cuomo could go beyond claims of sexual harassment – led by seven women – to possibly include the treatment of patients in nursing homes during the pandemic. and reports on possible structural problems. with a massive infrastructure project.
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President Biden said in an interview with ABC on Tuesday that the claims against Cuomo should be reviewed, but added that the governor, if confirmed, could face criminal prosecution.
Cuomo took a positive turn on Wednesday with the president’s comments, adding that he agrees that an investigation should be launched.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is also investigating the allegations.