Governor David Paterson (D-NY)

Governor David PatersonDavid Paterson (D-NY) assumed the office of governor of New York on March 17, 2008, following the resignation of former Gov. Eliot Spitzer. He is not running for reelection.

Charges:

  • Accepted improper gifts
  • Testified falsely under oath
  • Acted with willful opacity in consequential state matters
  • Shielded a top aide from assault allegations
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