Biden's Labor Secretary Pick Linked To Allegations Of Union Extortion Over Past Decade
Despite his ties to both Biden and labor leaders, Walsh's links to allegations of strong-arm union tactics and extortion could upend his nomination.
After reports of the alleged extortion became well known, the Trump-era Department of Justice pursued charges against both Brissette and Sullivan, resulting in their conviction by a federal court in 2019.
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After reports of the alleged extortion became well known, the Trump-era Department of Justice pursued charges against both Brissette and Sullivan, resulting in their conviction by a federal court in 2019.
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In February 2020, the convictions were overturned by an Obama-appointed federal judge, who claimed that "neither Brissette nor Sullivan" personally benefited from the alleged extortion.
"Since becoming mayor of Boston, I have changed the development process to be more open and inclusive," the mayor added.
It is unclear if Biden knew about the allegations involving Sullivan and Brissette, as well as Walsh's own conduct when deciding to appoint him secretary of labor. The president-elect's transition team did not return requests for comment from Breitbart on this story.
