Advocates, including two women who accused Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment, are urging New York’s comptroller to stop approving state funds for the former governor’s legal bills, according to Spectrum News. They argue taxpayer money shouldn’t support Cuomo’s defense in ongoing harassment-related lawsuits.
Activists say Comptroller Tom DiNapoli has the authority to limit what qualifies as “reasonable” reimbursement. While his office has denied some legal fee requests, advocates want stronger action—or legislative changes—to block the spending entirely.
Supporters of new bills, like the Speak Your Truth Act and a proposal from Sen. Liz Krueger, aim to protect accusers from retaliation and tighten rules around legal reimbursements. Cuomo’s team insists he has a right to defend himself against what they call false allegations…