Lori Chavez-DeRemer ethics investigation

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The House Ethics Committee launched an investigation into U.S. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer on June 16, 2026, concerning allegations of campaign finance violations and misuse of public funds. The probe will examine claims of improper campaign assistance and personal use of campaign funds, following her resignation as Secretary of Labor on May 20, 2026, amid an investigation into professional misconduct. As of July 1, 2026, a hearing examined Department of Labor Inspector General findings on mishandling confidential information. Chavez-DeRemer's resignation as Labor Secretary on April 20, 2026, followed allegations including an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate, misuse of government resources, and sexual assault claims against her husband.

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July 2026 — 1 developments

  1. Labor Dept. Inspector General Findings on Confidential Info Handling Examined in July Hearing

    A July 2026 hearing examined the Department of Labor's Inspector General findings on the mishandling of confidential information and lack of safeguards against conflicts of interest. Inspector General Anthony P. D'Esposito presented evidence that the department failed to properly safeguard or track sensitive information.

June 2026 — 1 developments

  1. House Ethics Committee Investigates Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer for Campaign Finance Violations

    The House Ethics Committee has launched an investigation into U.S. Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer concerning allegations of campaign finance violations and misuse of public funds. The probe will examine claims of improper campaign assistance and personal use of campaign funds. Chavez-DeRemer has stated she is confident in her conduct and will cooperate with the committee.

May 2026 — 1 developments

April 2026 — 2 developments

  1. US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer Resigns Amid Misconduct Probe

    US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned on April 20, 2026, following an investigation into allegations of professional misconduct. The probe examined claims of an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate, alcohol in her office, and misuse of government resources for personal travel, alongside allegations of workplace bullying and sexual assault claims against her husband.

  2. Trump reportedly considers dismissing Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer amid misconduct allegations

    President Donald Trump is reportedly considering the dismissal of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer due to ongoing allegations of misconduct. The investigation includes claims of an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate, misuse of taxpayer funds, and taking staff to a strip club. Chavez-DeRemer's chief of staff and deputy chief of staff resigned in March 2026, and a security officer also reportedly quit amid an investigation into an alleged romantic relationship.

March 2026 — 4 developments

  1. Investigation into Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer expands; Chief of Staff and Deputy resign

    The investigation into U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has expanded to include allegations of improperly directed departmental grants. Additionally, her Chief of Staff Jihun Han and Deputy Chief of Staff Rebecca Wright were forced out and resigned in early March 2026 following a White House directive.

  2. Labor Secretary's Bodyguard Resigns Amid Affair and Misconduct Allegations

    Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's bodyguard, Brian Sloan, has resigned following allegations of an affair with the secretary. This development is part of an ongoing investigation into misconduct, which includes claims of travel fraud and other unprofessional conduct. Sloan had previously been placed on leave as the probe, initiated during her "America at Work" tour, expanded.

  3. Labor Department Director Melissa Robey Placed on Leave Amid Misconduct Probe

    Melissa Robey, director of advance at the Labor Department, was placed on administrative leave on March 5, 2026, as the inspector general investigates misconduct allegations against Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer and her staff. This marks the fourth person in Chavez-DeRemer's orbit to be placed on leave amid the growing investigation.

  4. Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer's two senior aides resign amid investigation

    Two senior aides to Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Chief of Staff Jihun Han and Deputy Chief of Staff Rebecca Wright, have resigned after weeks on leave. They were placed on leave due to an ongoing investigation into claims that Chavez-DeRemer had an inappropriate relationship with a coworker and committed travel fraud. The complaint accused Han and Wright of fabricating work trips for Chavez-DeRemer to spend time with family and friends.

February 2026 — 2 developments

  1. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer faces new allegations of strip club visit, husband banned from department

    Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is facing new allegations that she took staff to a strip club during an official trip and that her husband has been barred from the Labor Department following sexual assault accusations from two female staff members. These developments add to existing claims of travel fraud, abuse of power, and an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate.

  2. Labor Secretary's Husband Banned from Department After Sexual Assault Allegations

    Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's husband, Shawn DeRemer, has been barred from the Labor Department headquarters after at least two female staff members accused him of sexual assault, with one incident reportedly captured on security cameras. While a local police investigation has closed due to insufficient evidence, DeRemer remains banned as the department's inspector general continues its inquiry into the allegations.

January 2026 — 10 developments

  3. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer faces probe with a dozen officials interviewed

    At least a dozen government officials have reportedly been interviewed as part of the internal probe into Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's alleged misconduct. This indicates a broader scope of investigation than previously detailed.

  7. Chavez-DeRemer's Chief of Staff and Deputy Placed on Leave Amid Travel Fraud Probe

    Chavez-DeRemer's chief of staff, Jihun Han, and deputy chief of staff, Rebecca Wright, were placed on administrative leave as part of the investigation. The complaint alleged their involvement in facilitating the alleged misconduct, particularly regarding the 'travel fraud'.

  9. Chavez-DeRemer accused of hosting paramour in DC apartment and hotels, misusing travel funds

    Reports emerged detailing the allegations, including claims that Chavez-DeRemer hosted her alleged paramour at her DC apartment and in hotel rooms during official travel. It was also reported that she allegedly traveled to Las Vegas during a government shutdown for a personal event, disguised as an official trip.

  10. Washington State Trooper Sarah Clasen's vehicular homicide trial postponed

    The trial date for Washington State Trooper Sarah Clasen, who is charged with vehicular homicide, has been postponed. Her next court appearance is scheduled for March 11, 2026.