Congressional Inquiry into Cuomo’s Nursing Home COVID Policies

Andrew Cuomo Subpoenaed by House Subcommittee

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has been subpoenaed by the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic to address his administration's handling of nursing homes during the COVID-19 crisis. The focus is on the controversial directive to admit recovering COVID-positive patients into nursing homes, a policy criticized for contributing to a significant increase in deaths among residents. Despite facing intense scrutiny and a series of investigations that have yet to lead to charges, Cuomo has consistently defended the decision as based on federal guidelines. His spokesperson has dismissed the latest subpoena as a political stunt, maintaining that similar policies were followed by both Democratic and Republican states under the guidance of the Trump administration. However, the committee insists Cuomo's testimony is crucial for understanding the decision-making process and preventing future tragedies, highlighting allegations of underreported COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes. This development marks a continued effort to seek accountability for the handling of nursing homes during the pandemic's peak.