A congressional committee is pressing for a federal investigation into alleged financial misconduct by 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East, following a report that its president, George Gresham, misused union funds. The House Education and Workforce Committee, led by Rep. Tim Walberg (R-Mich.), cited concerns over spending on luxury travel, payouts to political allies, and events unrelated to union members. Gresham has denied wrongdoing and promised an independent review, though details remain vague. Tensions within the union are growing, as members vote in a leadership election and some staff demand greater transparency. The Department of Labor has not confirmed whether it’s investigating.
See "House committee requests probe of health care union’s spending", Maya Kaufman, Politico, April 17, 2025