Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer Resigns Amid Misconduct Probe
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is resigning from the Trump administration to accept a private sector position amidst an internal investigation into alleged misconduct. White House communications director Steven Cheung confirmed her departure, highlighting her contributions to protecting American workers and enacting fair labor practices. Keith Sonderling will assume the role of acting secretary of the Department of Labor. Chavez-DeRemer’s tenure has been marked by controversy, including an investigation into a purported personal relationship with a security team member and allegations of misusing business trips for personal gain.