DOJ grand jury probes UAW President Shawn Fain over alleged benefits for fiancée

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The U.S. Justice Department has opened a grand jury investigation into allegations that United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain sought special benefits for his fiancée and her sister, according to internal union communications reported by Bloomberg. Federal prosecutors have subpoenaed the UAW’s court-appointed monitor, escalating scrutiny of the union which remains under independent oversight following a 2020 corruption scandal. The probe centers on claims that Fain sought a financial bonus for his fiancée and supported a workers’ compensation claim involving her sister, and that he retaliated against Vice President Rich Boyer after Boyer declined to approve the requests. Fain has denied wrongdoing, calling the accusations politically motivated, and no charges have been filed. The investigation adds uncertainty around UAW leadership as the union pursues aggressive organizing campaigns and negotiates with major automakers including Ford, General Motors and Stellantis.