Neil Barofsky
Coverage of Neil Barofsky in the Nexus archive.
- Facing federal investigation, Fain alleges political opponent misled UAW monitor
Shawn Fain, the United Auto Workers President, is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice for allegedly using his authority to secure financial benefits for his fiancée and her sister. Fain has denied the allegations, accusing UAW Vice President Rich Boyer of making false claims to the union's federal monitor, Neil Barofsky, to influence the upcoming election. Barofsky's report alleges Fain retaliated against Boyer by removing him from overseeing Stellantis relations.
- DOJ investigating allegations against UAW President Shawn Fain
The US Justice Department is investigating allegations that UAW President Shawn Fain pressured a union official to secure financial benefits for his fiancée and her sister. A grand jury subpoenaed the union’s court-appointed monitor, and Fain denied the claims, accusing Vice President Rich Boyer of trying to influence the UAW election. The union faces renewed scrutiny after resolving a prior corruption probe in 2020.