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Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns

Lori Chavez-DeRemer has stepped down as Labor Secretary amid a probe into claims of an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate and the misuse of department funds.

The resignation follows the recent departures of Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem, signaling continued instability within the President's cabinet.

White House officials confirmed the exit on Monday, noting that the investigation by the department's independent watchdog was nearing its conclusion.

The transition comes at a sensitive time for the administration as it prepares for midterm elections and faces ongoing legislative challenges.

Lori Chavez-DeRemer
United States Secretary of Labor since 2025
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
United States Department of Labor
U.S. federal department that regulates workers' rights and labor markets
Pam Bondi
American attorney and politician (born 1965)
Kristi Noem
American politician (born 1971)