The American news channel CNN has indefinitely suspended presenter Chris Cuomo for helping his brother Andrew when he was accused by several women of unwanted sexual behavior earlier this year. In connection with those allegations, the Democrat in August as governor of New York.
The suspension follows the release of reports by the New York Attorney General’s Office showing Chris Cuomo went much further than had been assumed to clear his brother’s name. The new documents indicate that Cuomo wanted to inform his brother in advance of negative reporting about the allegations.
Furthermore, the presenter is said to have pressured sources to provide information about the women who accused his brother of sexual misconduct, and then pass that information on to officials of the governor. He also contributed ideas to Andrew’s public statements and played a role in his defense strategy.
Cuomo has not yet commented on his suspension.
‘Family first’
Chris Cuomo had previously admitted to his employer that he had assisted his brother with advice when confronted with the allegations. He has apologized to colleagues for this. The news channel then admitted that the CNN star’s behavior was unacceptable and reprimanded him, but that was it.
CNN says that the new information about the presenter’s involvement raises serious questions, and that a suspension has now been made. “We felt he was in a unique position and that he should put his family first and his job second. But these documents indicate that he was more involved in his brother’s case than we have seen so far.” knew.”
Cuomo has been with CNN since 2013, where he runs the news and background program Cuomo Prime Time presents. He is a well-known face of the news channel, his evening program is regularly the most watched show on CNN.
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