The attorneys general of New York and California said they had opened an investigation into the workplace practices and culture of the National Football League.
Thursday's press release cited a February 2022article that detailed how more than 30 women who previously worked for the NFL claimed they suffered gender discrimination and retaliation after filing complaints with the league's human resources office.
Also last year, a congressional committee found that for decades the workplace of the Washington Commanders team owned by Dan SnyderCalifornia AG Rob Bonta said Thursday that the AGs have"serious concerns about the NFL's role in creating an extremely hostile and detrimental work environment."In a statement, the NFL said the"allegations are entirely inconsistent with the NFL's values and practices.
"The NFL offices are places where employees of all genders, races and backgrounds thrive. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form," the league said."The NFL is committed to ensuring all employees of the league are respected, treated fairly, and have equitable pay and access to developmental opportunities. Our policies are intended not only to comply with all applicable laws but to foster a workplace free from harassment, intimidation and discrimination.
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