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Labor Secretary's Aides Resign Amid Misconduct Investigation

3/3/2026

Summary

Story summary

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s top aides Jihun Han and Rebecca Wright resigned after an internal misconduct investigation.
The White House intervened and ordered Jihun Han and Rebecca Wright to leave the Department of Labor.
The investigation has expanded to allege that Jihun Han and Rebecca Wright attempted to direct grants to political allies.
Chavez-DeRemer faces allegations of drinking on the job, an affair with a subordinate, and misuse of department resources.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, the U.S. Department of Labor faced scrutiny during the Carter administration due to allegations of corruption, revealing that 25% of federal grants were misallocated. This incident echoed past scandals, such as the 1986 Operation Ill Wind investigation, which exposed widespread corruption among government officials. Such events often prompt reforms aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in federal agencies.

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Story summary

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s top aides Jihun Han and Rebecca Wright resigned after an internal misconduct investigation.
The White House intervened and ordered Jihun Han and Rebecca Wright to leave the Department of Labor.
The investigation has expanded to allege that Jihun Han and Rebecca Wright attempted to direct grants to political allies.
Chavez-DeRemer faces allegations of drinking on the job, an affair with a subordinate, and misuse of department resources.

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