State of New York Attorney General resigns following allegations of assault by four women


The Attorney General of the State of New York has resigned following allegations of assault by four women.  

Eric Schneiderman's resignation comes after a magazine published a report quoting the women who accused Mr Schneiderman of hitting them.

The two identified themselves as former girlfriends of the Attorney General. Mr Scheiderman who contested the allegations - has been a vocal supporter of the #MeToo movement against Sexual harassment. 

As New York State's Chief Prosecutor, Mr Scheiderman brought legal action against film mogul Harvey Weinstein in February, after dozens of allegations of sexual abuse were made against him. 
 

SOURCE: BBC
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