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Cuomo Secures Delay in Ethics Probe Over Book Deal

12/12/2025

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Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo delayed the ethics panel investigation into his $5 million COVID-19 book deal by securing a temporary restraining order.
The Commission on Ethics and Lobbying granted the TRO after Cuomo filed suit claiming due process and free speech violations.
Cuomo's attorney argues the investigation disregards legal requirements.
Oral arguments are set for April 30.
A spokesperson for the ethics panel declined to comment.

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Story summary

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo delayed the ethics panel investigation into his $5 million COVID-19 book deal by securing a temporary restraining order.
The Commission on Ethics and Lobbying granted the TRO after Cuomo filed suit claiming due process and free speech violations.
Cuomo's attorney argues the investigation disregards legal requirements.
Oral arguments are set for April 30.
A spokesperson for the ethics panel declined to comment.