A Campbell’s Soup executive, Martin Bally, has been placed on temporary leave following allegations of disparaging remarks made about the company’s products and customers. These comments, which included referring to Campbell’s offerings as “shit for fucking poor people” and making racist statements, were reportedly recorded and are detailed in a wrongful termination lawsuit filed by former employee Robert Garza. Garza claims he was fired after reporting Bally’s behavior, which also included comments about the ingredients used. Campbell’s is currently investigating these allegations, which have also prompted a denial from the company about the use of bioengineered meat, while Garza’s lawsuit alleges retaliatory dismissal and a racially hostile work environment.
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A Bloomfield firefighter filed a federal lawsuit alleging racial discrimination and a hostile work environment due to a coworker’s actions during training sessions. The complaint, filed on November 16, 2025, details two incidents where the coworker, Walter Coffey, displayed and threw a noose at the plaintiff, accompanied by racial slurs. Despite the incidents, which occurred in November 2023, and subsequent criminal charges against Coffey, the firefighter claims the Bloomfield Fire Department failed to take appropriate disciplinary action. The plaintiff alleges emotional and psychological distress, seeking $25 million in damages, citing violations of federal and state civil rights laws.
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Minot, North Dakota Mayor Tom Ross resigned after an investigation revealed he mistakenly sent a sexually explicit video to City Attorney Stefanie Stalheim. The video, intended for his romantic partner, was sent following a call discussing a police officer’s suicide. An investigative report concluded Ross’s actions created a hostile work environment for Stalheim, who was his supervisor. The city council will appoint a new mayor within 15 days, unless a special election is petitioned for.
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McColl, South Carolina Mayor George Garner II died in a car accident while being pursued by law enforcement, the chase intended to ensure his well-being rather than for any alleged crime. This incident follows the resignation of the town’s entire police force just days prior, citing a hostile work environment created by repeated harassment and personal attacks from a town council member. The former police chief also cited Garner as the source of a hostile work environment in a previous resignation. Garner had recently won re-election.
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