New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin resigned on Tuesday afternoon, hours after he was indicted on federal bribery and conspiracy charges and surrendered to authorities.
Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) said in a statement that she has accepted Benjamin's resignation, "effective immediately. While the legal process plays out, it is clear to both of us that he cannot continue to serve as lieutenant governor. New Yorkers deserve absolute confidence in their government, and I will continue working every day to deliver for them."
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