Union President Shawn Fain Faces Investigation Over Leadership Changes
- The United Auto Workers independent monitor is investigating union President Shawn Fain over recent leadership changes.
- Accusations of obstructing access to information and abusing power have surfaced against Fain and other union leaders.
- The investigation by a federal monitor is ongoing, raising concerns within the UAW community.
The United Auto Workers independent monitor, Neil Barofsky, is investigating union President Shawn Fain and Secretary-Treasurer Margaret Mock for their actions following changes in leadership. Mock was accused of failing to fulfill financial requests from Fain and other leaders, leading to the reassignment of nine departments under her oversight. Fain also removed UAW Vice President Rich Boyer from overseeing the Stellantis Department, citing "dereliction of duty." The monitor has faced challenges in obtaining requested information from union leaders, potentially violating a consent decree with the Justice Department. Fain defended the union's actions, stating a commitment to serving the membership and running a democratic union. The investigation includes allegations of retaliation and misconduct within the union's leadership, with concerns raised about obstruction and interference with the monitor's work.