Andrew Puzder controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2017
Labor Secretary nomination controversy
Puzder's cabinet nomination faced criticism concerning labor practices at CKE franchise locations, alleged wage-and-hour violations, his opposition to some labor regulations and minimum-wage policies, support for workplace automation, and his employment of an undocumented domestic worker without proper tax compliance. He withdrew before a confirmation vote.
1989
Allegations concerning conduct during marriage
A newspaper report raised allegations of abuse during Puzder's prior marriage while he chaired a Missouri task force. His former wife later withdrew the allegations and stated that he had not been abusive; the issue nevertheless resurfaced during his 2017 nomination.