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Ex-Employee Accuses Citigroup of Harassment and Retaliation

3/5/2026

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Story summary

Ardith Lindsey (former Citigroup employee) sues, alleging Citigroup's investigations unit, led by Jane Fraser (CEO of Citigroup), operates as an 'internal hit squad' against reporters of misconduct.
She alleges a hostile environment of sexual harassment and gender discrimination.
Retaliation followed after she reported threats from her former boss, Mani Singh.
Other employees report similar experiences with the unit.
Citigroup denies the allegations, stating the lawsuits lack merit.

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Story summary

Ardith Lindsey (former Citigroup employee) sues, alleging Citigroup's investigations unit, led by Jane Fraser (CEO of Citigroup), operates as an 'internal hit squad' against reporters of misconduct.
She alleges a hostile environment of sexual harassment and gender discrimination.
Retaliation followed after she reported threats from her former boss, Mani Singh.
Other employees report similar experiences with the unit.
Citigroup denies the allegations, stating the lawsuits lack merit.