Paterson Expected to Drop Election Bid Amid Scandal Over Aide
SUMMARY: Gov. David Paterson has decided not to seek election to a full term amid a roiling scandal over whether he and his troopers intimidated a woman who'd reported domestic violence against one of his top aides, The Post has learned.
Gov. David Paterson has decided not to seek election to a full term amid a roiling scandal over whether he and his troopers intimidated a woman who'd reported domestic violence against one of his top aides, The Post has learned.
Paterson has communicated to top advisers and supporters that he will pull the plug on his campaign today, multiple sources said - confirming a Post report.
He's expected to make a statement at between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. today.
Paterson, who took over the state's top spot when Eliot Spitzer resigned because he had sex with a prostitute, is expected to say he won't resign.
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