Republican Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene launched a scathing attack against former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo during a hearing on Tuesday. The hearing, held by the House Oversight Committee’s Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic, aimed to question Cuomo’s handling of nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
During the questioning, Greene brought up the recent arrest of former Democratic aide Linda Sun, who has been accused of being a Chinese spy. Greene pointed out that Cuomo had thanked China for its help during the pandemic while simultaneously having a Chinese spy working in his administration.
“Mr. Cuomo, you were thanking China, the PRC, while you had a woman named Linda Sun working for you who has now been identified as a Chinese spy,” Greene said. “Now, today you have come before the American people and our committee, you have insulted many people, including people in this room and people watching this hearing, who lost their loved ones because of your March 25 directive. And at the same time, you were thanking the Chinese government while you had a Chinese spy working for you.”
Greene did not hold back, questioning whether Cuomo was either “the dumbest tool of the Chinese government” or fully aware that he was being used by a Chinese spy. She also brought up the 13 women who had accused Cuomo of sexual misconduct and criticized the Department of Justice for not pursuing a case against him.
Cuomo responded by downplaying Sun’s role in his administration and calling the situation a “serious matter.” He also suggested that there may be more Chinese and Russian operatives infiltrating the government at various levels, and that the federal and state governments should work together to address this issue.
However, Greene continued to push back, saying that this was not just a problem in New York but a nationwide issue. She emphasized the need for thorough background checks and vetting processes to prevent foreign spies from gaining access to sensitive government positions.
This tense exchange during the hearing shed light on an overlooked issue – the potential infiltration of foreign spies in the US government. Greene’s questioning also brought attention to Cuomo’s mishandling of the pandemic, which has been a topic of controversy and criticism in recent months.
Overall, Greene’s strong stance against Cuomo’s actions and her emphasis on the need for better security measures in the government raises important questions about the safety and integrity of our political system. It also serves as a reminder to politicians to prioritize the safety and well-being of their constituents over political agendas.