Inspector General: Former DOT Secretary Elaine Chao used DOT resources for personal errands, family business

(Source: National Public Radio, March 4, 2021)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In her time as former President Donald Trump’s transportation secretary, Elaine Chao repeatedly used her position and agency staff to help family members who run a shipping business with ties to China, in potential violation of federal ethics laws, according to an Office of Inspector General report. The findings were uncovered in the Transportation Department’s inspector general report released Wednesday that detailed the office’s investigation into Chao’s dealings as secretary.

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Thursday, March 4, 2021