Allegations of financial misconduct have surfaced within a prominent union representing federal employees, after a whistleblower revealed over $116,000 in potentially misused funds by leadership at a San Francisco chapter. The claims involve questionable reimbursements, unreported spending, and checks signed by individuals with no formal roles in the union. The situation has triggered audits, investigations by the Department of Labor, and internal disputes, all while the union faces pressure to defend federal workers amid ongoing layoffs. The controversy highlights broader concerns over transparency and accountability in union leadership.
See "Chapter leaders allegedly mishandled over $100,000 in major federal union's funds", Erin Mansfield, USA Today, May 29, 2025