Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer Resigns Amid Abuse of Power Allegations
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned from President Trump's Cabinet following allegations of abuse of power, including having an affair with a subordinate and drinking alcohol on the job. Chavez-DeRemer, who was confirmed in March 2025, is the third Cabinet member to leave amid controversy. Her departure follows investigations into her conduct, which also implicated her family members in inappropriate communications with staff. Despite initial denials from the White House and the Labor Department, the allegations gained traction, leading to her resignation. Chavez-DeRemer was known for advancing Trump's deregulatory agenda, including rolling back workplace regulations.