Andrew Cuomo says he will not resign, offers new apology for his behavior with women

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Governor Andrew Cuomo refuses to resign while offering a new apology for his behavior with women, as pressure mounts.

The episode opens with host Jordan Marie Smith introducing the day's top stories on March 4th. The first segment focuses on Governor Andrew Cuomo's response to sexual harassment allegations, where he apologizes but declines to resign, awaiting an investigation by Attorney General Letitia James. Details emerge from accusers: Charlotte Bennett alleges Cuomo asked about her sex life in 2020, while Lindsey Boylan claims he kissed her without consent. A third woman, Anna Rush, describes an unwelcome encounter at a 2019 wedding. Cuomo defends his behavior as habitual greeting, citing his father Mario Cuomo. The second segment covers Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves ending mask mandates, with health experts like Philip Wong warning it's too early due to COVID-19 variants and high death rates. Companies like Macy's and Target continue requiring masks. The third segment addresses Zoom fatigue, citing Jeremy Bailenson's research published in the American Psychological Association journal. Reasons include direct eye gaze, constant self-evaluation, and reduced mobility. Tips from experts like Susan Song include hiding self-screen and taking breaks during calls. The episode concludes with a summary of these stories, emphasizing their relevance to current events and daily life.

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