Report Finds Former U.S. Labor Secretary Engaged in Workplace Misconduct
An internal investigation revealed that a former U.S. Labor Secretary repeatedly violated workplace policies by consuming alcohol on duty and fostering a hostile office environment. The findings prompted calls for stricter oversight and accountability measures within the department.
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Former Labor Secretary Stoked Dysfunction and Toxicity, Department Report Finds
Lori Chavez-DeRemer spent Labor Department funds on personal travel and tolerated harassment in the agency, its inspector general found.
By Rebecca Davis O’Brien and Lydia DePillis
Read full article →Former labor secretary misused funds and drank on the job, report finds
Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned in April over the misconduct allegations. She oversaw a "toxic, intimidating and humiliating" work environment, a federal watchdog said.
By Lauren Kaori Gurley
Read full article →Former Labor Secretary oversaw a ‘toxic, intimidating’ workplace, report finds
Internal watchdog concluded Lori Chavez-DeRemer had inappropriate relationship with security aide, used public resources for personal travel before resignation
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