As Cuomo’s Troubles Mount, US Representatives Consider a Run to Replace Him

Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) speaks during a press conference alongside House Republicans on Capitol Hill on Oct. 23, 2019. Alex Wroblewski/Getty Images

As New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s troubles mount with increased scrutiny over his handling of the pandemic-related nursing home deaths and sexual harassment allegations, some New York Congress members are saying they will consider running against Cuomo in 2022.

Reps. Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) and Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) both indicated that they will consider a run against Cuomo, with Zeldin moving forward by making a statement on Twitter about his intention.