Surprise for United Auto Workers: Gary Jones takes paid leave amid FBI investigation
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Topics: UNITED AUTO WORKERS FBI INVESTIGATION
The FBI has been investigating fraud and misuse of funds at the UAW for more than two years
The UAW said Jones requested the leave, which is effective from Sunday. Vice-president Rory Gamble will be acting president.
“The UAW is fighting tooth and nail to ensure our members have a brighter future,†Jones said in a statement. “I do not want anything to distract from the mission.â€
The FBI has been investigating fraud and misuse of funds at the UAW for more than two years. Ten people have been convicted, including union leaders and auto company officials.
In a recent court filing, federal prosecutors alleged that seven top UAW officials had conspired since 2010 to embezzle funds through schemes such as submitting false vouchers for conference expenses.
The Detroit News, citing sources familiar with the investigation, said Jones was one of the unnamed union leaders. ■