UAW Reaches Settlement Deal, Bringing Corruption Probe Closer To Completion

The Department of Justice reached a civil settlement with the United Auto Workers (UAW) union, marking the end of a multiyear federal corruption investigation into the union. The proposed settlement, which still has to be approved by a federal judge, includes a six-year period of independent oversight. During that period, a monitor nominated by the union and approved by the Department of Justice will oversee investigations of corruption allegations and administer disciplinary actions. The UAW has also agreed to pay $1.5 million to the IRS to resolve outstanding tax issues, in addition to the $15 million it has already paid to worker training centers for improper kickbacks.