From CNBC: 2024-06-10 17:34:07

United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain is being investigated by a federal watchdog for potentially abusing his power and obstructing an ongoing investigation. The monitor, Neil Barofsky, has expanded the probe to include allegations of retaliation by Fain against a union vice president. Another UAW executive member is also under investigation for potential embezzlement. The UAW is facing scrutiny amid a national organizing drive of non-union automakers and prominent industry contracts secured under Fain’s leadership with major automakers. The investigation stems from concerns raised by Barofsky in February related to the UAW’s leadership, including Fain, the Secretary-Treasurer, and a Regional Director. The union has been slow in providing requested documents, hindering the monitor’s investigative work, potentially violating the 2020 consent decree with the Justice Department. This probe comes following a corruption scandal that resulted in convictions of union leaders and Fiat Chrysler executives.



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