UPDATE: I have now heard from several consultants who say what Gipson is doing is OK, so long as the money he is raising goes to cover expenses related to the holding of public office AND he wins — as is expected. (nystateofpolitics.com)
personal use which is unrelated to a political campaign or the holding of a public office or party position.» (cityandstateny.com)
Update: Cuomo spokesman Josh Vlasto responds, saying the use of the funds doesn't violate state law because it's related to the holding of a public office. (nystateofpolitics.com)