Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson were attacked in Manhattan by individuals who had previously interacted with the stepson. Both were taken to the hospital as a precaution, but they were able to fight off their attackers. Paterson, who served as governor from 2008 to 2010, and his stepson suffered injuries but are in stable condition. A police report has been filed, and the attack is under investigation. No arrests have been made. The incident occurred while the two were taking a walk near their home in East Harlem. Paterson served as lieutenant governor before taking over as governor after Gov. Eliot Spitzer resigned following a prostitution scandal. Paterson did not seek reelection after completing Spitzer’s term. The motive behind the attack is unclear, but it appears to be related to a previous interaction between the attackers and Paterson’s stepson.
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