U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer steps down from the Trump administration amid misconduct investigation and prepares to transition into the private sector.
Lori Chavez-DeRemer Resigns as U.S. Labor Secretary
U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is set to leave the Trump administration to pursue a role in the private sector, according to a statement released by the White House on Monday evening.
Speculation about her departure had been circulating for weeks, especially following the recent dismissals of Kristi Noem and Pam Bondi.
White House Communications Director Steven Cheung confirmed the news, stating that Chavez-DeRemer would transition out of her role. He praised her leadership, highlighting her efforts to protect American workers, implement fair labor standards, and expand workforce development opportunities.
Keith Sonderling, who previously served as deputy labor secretary, will step in as Acting Secretary of Labor.
Earlier reports from NOTUS indicated that Chavez-DeRemer had already submitted her resignation.
Her exit comes amid growing scrutiny during an ongoing investigation into alleged misconduct. The Department of Labor’s inspector general, led by Anthony D’Esposito, has been conducting a months-long probe into claims involving Chavez-DeRemer and members of her inner circle.
The allegations reportedly include an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate and misuse of government resources for personal travel. Investigators have also reviewed communications involving Chavez-DeRemer, her aides, and family members, including messages sent to younger female staffers. Additional claims suggest inappropriate conduct within the department, including workplace behavior concerns.
Further controversy involved her husband, Shawn DeRemer, who was reportedly banned from Labor Department headquarters following accusations of misconduct by staff members.
In a public statement, Chavez-DeRemer expressed gratitude for her time in office and optimism about her future.
She described her tenure as an honor, emphasizing achievements such as strengthening worker protections, expanding job training initiatives, addressing prescription drug costs, and enhancing retirement security. She also reiterated her support for Donald Trump and his labor agenda.
Before joining the Cabinet, Chavez-DeRemer served one term representing Oregon’s 5th congressional district. She was confirmed as Labor Secretary in March with bipartisan support, including backing from labor unions such as the International Brotherhood of Teamsters—a rare move for a Republican nominee.
During her tenure, the Labor Department proposed eliminating or revising more than 60 workplace regulations considered outdated. The agency also cut millions of dollars in international funding aimed at combating child and forced labor, according to Associated Press.
In a follow-up post on X, Chavez-DeRemer called it a privilege to serve under what she described as the most pro-worker presidency in U.S. history. She also pushed back against the allegations, claiming they were driven by political opponents and biased media coverage, and reaffirmed her commitment to advocating for American workers outside of government.
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