Biden Says He Respects New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Decision to Resign

US President Joe Biden said on August 10 that he respects the decision of New York Gov Andrew Cuomo to resign in the wake of an investigation that found he sexually harassed 11 women.

The president was speaking at a White House press conference on infrastructure. When asked what impact Cuomo’s resignation would have on the Democratic Party, Biden said, “I think the impact is all on Andrew Cuomo and his decision to make that judgement. I respect his decision.”

In response to a question about Cuomo’s performance as governor, Biden said, “He’s done a hell of a job … and I mean both on everything from access to voting to infrastructure to a whole range of things. That’s why it’s so sad.”

Biden had said he believed Cuomo should resign after a state report found he sexually harassed multiple women and violated state law. Cuomo has disputed the report and said the most serious allegations against him have “no credible factual basis.” Credit: The White House via Storyful