Trump’s ex-labor secretary drank on job and created ‘toxic’ work environment, report alleges
Summary
A report by the Department of Labor’s Office of Inspector General says Lori Chavez-DeRemer, labor secretary under President Donald Trump from January 2025 to April 2026, drank alcohol during work hours and created a difficult work environment. The report details misconduct including inappropriate relationships, improper use of agency funds, and mistreatment of employees.Key Facts
- Lori Chavez-DeRemer served as labor secretary appointed by President Donald Trump from January 2025 until her resignation in April 2026.
- The report was prompted by an anonymous complaint and involved interviews with 38 witnesses.
- Chavez-DeRemer drank alcohol and kept it on federal property during official work hours.
- She allegedly made staff perform personal tasks for her and took them to a strip club during personal travel.
- The report says she used agency money for personal trips, including stays at luxury hotels that exceeded reimbursement rules.
- Her staff created a “hostile work environment,” including berating employees and making offensive remarks about appearance.
- Two top aides left the department in March 2026 amid the investigation.
- Chavez-DeRemer’s attorney said she did not break any laws and criticized the report as untimely and based on undisclosed individuals.
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