Two women are now accusing first term Assemblyman Juan Ardila of inappropriately touching them at a college party 8 years ago.
, these two women, who wish to remain anonymous, told the paper that Ardila touched them without their consent while intoxicated."I condemn all forms of sexual assault," Hochul said. "It is intolerable and unacceptable what he did. I support the survivors and their call for accountability. And yes, he should resign."
But he did post to Twitter saying that he takes fully responsibility and is deeply apologetic for his past behavior. He also says he is committed to a "restorative justice centered process." Including Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Congresswoman Grace Meng.The Sexual Harassment Working Group, which was created by 7 former state employees who experienced sexual harassment at the capitol, is also calling on Ardila to step down.
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