The press secretary for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has been placed on administrative leave amid allegations he sexually harassed another staff member, Politico reported Wednesday.

The press aide, Avi Small, has been removed from his position at least temporarily after accusations he inappropriately touched another of the governor’s employees last month in a bar in Albany, according to a witness granted anonymity to speak on the matter.

Spokesman Anthony Hogrebe told the outlet:

Read more at Newsmax© 2025 Newsmax. All rights reserved.