Labor Secretary’s Husband Barred from Department Over Sexual Assault Allegations

In Brief

Shawn DeRemer, husband of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, was barred from Labor Department premises after sexual assault allegations.

Key Facts

• Shawn DeRemer is the husband of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer
• At least two female staff members at the Labor Department accused DeRemer of inappropriate touching
• DeRemer has been barred from the Labor Department’s headquarters in Washington, D.C.
• The allegations were reported by multiple news outlets including The New York Times, The Guardian, and CBS News
• The Labor Department has taken action to restrict DeRemer’s access to its premises following the allegations

What Happened

Shawn DeRemer, husband of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, was barred from the Labor Department building in Washington after at least two female employees accused him of inappropriate touching. The department responded by restricting his access to its headquarters while the allegations are under review.

Why It Matters

The incident raises concerns about workplace conduct and the handling of sexual assault allegations within a federal agency. It also draws attention due to DeRemer’s relationship with a high-ranking government official, potentially impacting public trust and departmental operations.