Thirteen months into her mandate, Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving the government to take a position in the private sector, according to Steven Cheung, the White House communications director. An investigation is underway concerning Chavez-DeRemer, who is suspected of having an “inappropriate” relationship with a subordinate. She is also accused of consuming alcohol in her office during work hours and allegedly transforming official trips into leisure vacations with family and friends. Additionally, three complaints have been filed against her within the Ministry of Labor, accusing her of creating a toxic work environment.
According to reports, three women have left the Trump administration in the past six weeks: Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, Pam Bondi, the Attorney General, and now Lori Chavez-DeRemer. Cheung praised her for her work in protecting American workers, implementing fair work practices, and helping Americans acquire additional skills to improve their lives.
Chavez-DeRemer, a 58-year-old former Oregon representative, faced backlash for dismissing and forcing the departure of thousands of officials from her ministry due to cost reduction policies implemented by Donald Trump since his return to the White House in January 2025.
The interim leadership of the ministry will be taken over by Keith Sonderling, the second-in-command to Lori Chavez-DeRemer. She expressed gratitude to Donald Trump in a message, considering it an honor and privilege to serve in his historic administration.
