“It is unfortunate that the mob mentality has come out in this way to defame, tarnish and attempt to ruin my personal and professional reputation,” she said. She also faced questions about her close ties to Anton Lazzaro, a top GOP donor accused of sex trafficking minors.Ĭarnahan denies all accusations against her and firmly rejects that she knew anything about Lazzaro’s alleged criminal activity.

The payout and subsequent departure represent a significant turning point in a week-long scandal which included allegations that Carnahan cultivated a toxic work environment and ignored claims of sexual harassment by members of her staff. “At this point, it’s in the best interest of the party and my mental health to resign from my position as Chairwoman.” “I signed up for this party to help us elect Republicans and I want to ensure we can continue to do that,” Carnahan said in a statement following the vote. The board unanimously approved launching an independent investigation into allegations about the party’s workplace culture during Carnahan’s tenure. The State Executive Board during its meeting voted 8-7 approving a three-month’s severance totaling about $38,000.

(WCCO) - Embattled Republican Party Chairwoman Jennifer Carnahan resigned from her post Thursday after top party officers approved thousands of dollars in severance pay, a move that marks the beginning of a new chapter for an organization mired in controversy.

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