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politics6 days ago•5 min saved

DOL Bars Secretary’s Husband Amid Misconduct Allegations and IG Probe

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s husband has been barred from the Labor Department headquarters after multiple women alleged inappropriate conduct; DC police are investigating a December incident, while the department’s inspector general is conducting a broader probe into Chavez-DeRemer and aides. Chavez-DeRemer’s chief of staff and deputy chief are on leave, a security official was removed amid a separate relationship allegation, and the White House has stood by the secretary during the investigations.

via Politico|

#chavez-deremer #investigation #labor-department

politics6 days ago•3 min saved

Labor Secretary’s Husband Barred from Agency HQ Over Assault Allegations

Allegations from at least two female staffers say Dr. Shawn DeRemer, husband of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, sexually assaulted them at the Labor Department building. He has not been charged but has been barred from the agency’s headquarters as investigations by the Washington Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit and the department’s inspector general proceed, with one incident reportedly captured on security video. The NYT and MS Now reported the claims; a police report mentions forced sexual contact in December, and officials did not immediately comment.

via CNBC|

#inspector-general #investigations #labor-department

economy23 days ago•12 min saved

Partial Shutdown Delays January Jobs Data

The Labor Department postponed releasing its January employment report because of the partial federal shutdown, delaying a key snapshot of the U.S. job market.

via AP News|

#economic-data #economy #jobs-report

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

IG probe puts Chavez-DeRemer security detail on leave amid romance and travel-allegation claims

An inspector general inquiry at the Labor Department placed a member of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s security detail on administrative leave as investigators probe an alleged romantic relationship with the secretary; two senior aides are also on investigative leave as the probe widens, with a complaint alleging Chavez-DeRemer used events for personal travel, and drinking on the job. The White House has defended the secretary, and the department has not commented on personnel matters as the investigation continues.

via Politico|

#inspector-general #labor-department #political-scandal

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Labor Secretary Faces Probe as Security Guard Is Placed on Leave

A security officer assigned to protect Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer was put on administrative leave as investigators probe an inspector general inquiry into the secretary’s travel and conduct, including an alleged inappropriate relationship with a DOL staffer; two top aides, the chief and deputy chief of staff, were also placed on leave after the IG complaint became public. The Department denies wrongdoing and defends the secretary, while her attorney says no comment beyond denying any misconduct; the investigation centers on travel and staff relationships.

via Bloomberg Law News|

#administrative-leave #ig-investigation #inappropriate-relationship

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

IG probe puts Labor Department staff on leave amid scrutiny of Chavez-DeRemer

Several Labor Department staffers are on leave as the inspector general investigates allegations surrounding Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, including potential travel-fraud tied to her chief of staff Jihun Han and deputy Rebecca Wright, and a separate formal complaint alleging an inappropriate relationship; the probe is led by IG Anthony D’Esposito, with the White House backing Chavez-DeRemer.

via NBC News|

#chavez-deremer #inspector-general #labor-department

politics1 month ago•1 min saved

Labor Secretary Under Scrutiny as Aides Are Put on Administrative Leave

The Labor Department says its inspector general is investigating allegations of professional misconduct involving Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer. The secretary’s chief of staff, Jihun Han, and deputy chief of staff, Rebecca Wright, were placed on administrative leave as the probe begins; reports have cited a complaint alleging abuse of office and an affair with a subordinate, with the NY Post and Politico providing early coverage.

via The New York Times|

#administrative-leave #inspector-general #labor-department

economy2 months ago•0 min saved

US Inflation Eases to 2.7% in November, but Experts Urge Caution

Inflation unexpectedly slowed in November with the consumer price index rising 2.7% annually, and core inflation at 2.6%, but analysts warn that data gaps prevent declaring victory for the White House.

via The Washington Post|

#consumer-price-index #core-inflation #economy

economy4 months ago•1 min saved

Labor Department to Release Inflation Data Despite Shutdown

The Labor Department has recalled furloughed workers to compile critical inflation data amid a government shutdown, which has halted other releases and raised concerns about the impact on economic decision-making and data quality, especially given recent political tensions and staffing issues at the BLS.

via Politico|

#bls #economy #furloughed-workers

economy4 months ago•1 min saved

Inflation Data and Social Security COLA to Be Released Despite Shutdown

The US Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics will resume work on September's consumer price index report despite the ongoing government shutdown, with the report scheduled for release on October 24, nine days later than planned, while other data releases remain delayed due to the shutdown.

via CNBC|

#bureau-of-labor-statistics #cpi #economy

economy4 months ago•0 min saved

Shutdown Delays Jobs Report, Heightening Economic Uncertainty

The U.S. government shutdown has delayed the release of the crucial monthly jobs report, creating uncertainty about the country's economic outlook due to the lack of official economic data.

via The Washington Post|

#delays #economic-data #economy

economy4 months ago•3 min saved

Government Shutdown Threatens Key Economic Data and Social Security Updates

A potential US government shutdown could halt key economic data releases, including the September jobs report, construction, and trade data, impacting economic assessments and Social Security adjustments, with delays depending on funding resolution.

via Reuters|

#commerce-department #economic-data-delays #economy

business4 months ago•1 min saved

Markets Remain Resilient Amid Looming Government Shutdown

The US Labor Department has announced it will suspend the release of key economic data, including the upcoming jobs report and inflation indicators, if the government shuts down, potentially impacting economic analysis and Federal Reserve decisions.

via CNBC|

#bureau-of-labor-statistics #business #economic-data

politics5 months ago•0 min saved

Trump's Shutdown Threat Sparks Fears of Mass Layoffs and Political Tensions

Under Trump's plans for a government shutdown, many federal agencies would cease operations, leading to layoffs and closures, reflecting his vision of a smaller federal government.

via The Washington Post|

#federal-government #government-shutdown #labor-department

business5 months ago•3 min saved

US Labor Department Under Investigation for Data Collection Practices

The Department of Labor's internal watchdog is investigating the Bureau of Labor Statistics' methods for collecting and reporting economic data, including employment and inflation figures, amid recent revisions and political controversies involving former BLS officials and the Trump administration.

via CBS News|

#bureau-of-labor-statistics #business #data-review