City Comptroller Brad Lander is urging federal health officials to assess whether Governor Cuomo's March 25, 2020, order to admit COVID-positive patients into nursing homes violated national guidelines and contributed to thousands of elderly deaths. His letter raised concerns about the directive's compliance with CMS and CDC regulations and referenced a congressional report that deemed the order inconsistent with federal health guidelines.
Lander emphasized in his communication, 'Given the critical nature of this issue and its implications for public health policy and accountability, I respectfully request an explanation of how the March 25 directive aligned - or failed to align - with the referenced federal guidelines,' highlighting the need for oversight and accountability in public health directives.
The House majority report criticized Cuomo for alleged 'medical malpractice' related to undercounting COVID-19 nursing home deaths, concluding that he likely made false statements under oath. This has intensified scrutiny surrounding Cuomo's administration and his handling of the pandemic in vulnerable populations.
Lander's letter pointed out that Cuomo did not consult with any officials from CMS or CDC regarding the March 25 directive, which raises further questions about the decision-making process and adherence to federal guidelines during a critical time in the pandemic.
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