US Labour Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns amid abuse allegations

Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned from her position as US Secretary of Labour amid allegations of abuse of power.

The White House announced her departure on April 20, 2026, citing a move to the private sector.

Chavez-DeRemer's exit was confirmed by a White House aide rather than the president directly.

The resignation follows reports of Chavez-DeRemer engaging in an affair with a subordinate and consuming alcohol while on the job.

Additional complaints included inappropriate communications involving her aides and family members with young female staffers.

Her exit marks the third recent departure from President Donald Trump's cabinet, following the firing of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in March and Attorney General Pam Bondi earlier in April.

Deputy Labour Secretary Keith Sonderling will serve as acting secretary.

This development comes amid growing scrutiny of workplace conduct within the Trump administration, particularly concerning the treatment of female employees.

Several staff members have filed civil rights complaints describing a hostile work environment.

Investigations revealed that Chavez-DeRemer, her aides, and family members sent personal messages requesting favors such as bringing wine during official trips.

Four members of her team, including her former chief of staff and deputy chief of staff, were forced out following the probe.

The New York Times reported that Chavez-DeRemer's father, Richard Chavez, and her husband also exchanged messages with young female staffers, with some employees instructed to "pay attention" to these men.

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