A state Senate source notes that even though Republicans voted to reelect Joe Bruno as majority leader they still have to take a voice vote when the new session convenes. Now that Bruno is under FBI scrutiny for his relationship with businessman and friend, Jared Abbruzzese, there are signs the vote might not be a full-throated chorus of ayes.
State GOP Chair Joseph Mondello, also the Nassau chair, just released this statement supporting Bruno.
"Senator Joseph Bruno has been a dear friend and political ally of mine for many years. He is well liked and respected by people on both sides of the aisle because of his honest, straightforward style. I know him to be a man of integrity and one of the hardest working public servants in this state. As Chairman of the New York Republican State Committee I look forward to working with him to rebuild the Republican Party across every corner of New York. Senator Bruno has my full confidence and support."
Errol A. Cockfield Jr.