New York Attorney General Letitia James speaks during a news conference in New York City in August 2020. The governor must provide this referral so an independent investigation with subpoena power can be conducted." I believe the Attorney General should make an appointment to ensure that it is a truly independent investigation. New York's two U.S. senators, Charles Schumer and and Kirsten Gillibrand, both said an independent investigation was essential. "There must be an independent investigation — not one led by an individual selected by the Governor, but by the office of the Attorney General."

Source: CBC News February 28, 2021 23:48 UTC