NEW YORK (WCBS 880) – Dozens of officials in Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s administration have received subpoenas from state Attorney General Letitia James’ office in the investigation of sexual misconduct allegations made against the governor, according to a report.
Sources told the Wall Street Journal that Cuomo’s top aide, Melissa DeRosa, was among the officials issued a subpoena this month.
One of Cuomo’s accusers, former aide Ana Liss, told the Journal that investigators asked about her interactions with DeRosa. Other accusers also said they were questioned about DeRosa, according to the report.
In response to the report, Cuomo administration lawyer Paul Fishman said: “No one should be surprised that the AG’s office is issuing requests for documents and interviewing witnesses, including many who work for the governor. That happens in every investigation, and it’s wildly premature to speculate what it means. Good, thorough, and fair investigations take time.”
Several women, including two current members of Cuomo’s staff, have accused him of sexual harassment or other inappropriate behavior. The governor has denied touching anyone inappropriately and apologized if he made anyone feel uncomfortable.
The governor is also facing an impeachment investigation over the allegations.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.