New York will pay $450,000 to settle a lawsuit from Brittany Commisso, a former aide to Governor Andrew Cuomo, who alleged sexual harassment and retaliation. Commisso claimed that Cuomo groped her during his time in office. The settlement is seen by her lawyers as a vindication of her claims. Cuomo is currently campaigning for mayor of New York City, despite being plagued by the scandal. His lawyers assert that the settlement is a capitulation, disputing the truth of Commisso's allegations. Cuomo resigned in 2021 following a report of sexual harassment against multiple women.
The settlement of $450,000 will resolve a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment against former Governor Andrew Cuomo by his ex-aide Brittany Commisso, who claims Cuomo groped her while in office.
Cuomo's political future hangs in the balance as he campaigns for mayor of New York City, facing the fallout from accusations that forced his resignation.
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