US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has announced her departure from her post in the Trump administration. Deputy Secretary Keith Sonderling, who currently serves in that role, has been appointed as acting secretary. Chavez-DeRemer's exit follows allegations of workplace misconduct and abuse of office.
The claims include using official travel for personal purposes, engaging in inappropriate workplace relationships, and assigning private tasks to employees. Some complaints also allege alcohol use in the workplace and threats directed at staff by Chavez-DeRemer. An investigation into these allegations has been launched by the Inspector General.
In her statement, Chavez-DeRemer said she took significant steps during her tenure to protect American workers and strengthen the workforce, and confirmed she will be moving to the private sector. This development comes amid a series of high-level departures, with three cabinet secretaries resigning from the Trump administration in recent weeks. The Department of Labor has not yet issued an official statement on the matter.