Andrew Cuomo Faces Intense Scrutiny Over COVID-19 Nursing Home Policies
Former New York Governor questioned by House panel on decisions that led to thousands of deaths and alleged data manipulation.
- Cuomo blamed federal guidance and state health officials for the controversial 'must admit' order.
- House Republicans criticized Cuomo's lack of remorse and accused him of deflecting responsibility.
- Investigations revealed the Cuomo administration underreported nursing home deaths by over 50%.
- Cuomo defended his actions, claiming similar policies were adopted by other states.
- The Justice Department declined to prosecute Cuomo, but independent reports linked his policies to additional deaths.