The attorneys general of New York and California say they have opened a joint investigation into the National Football League’s workplace practices and culture.
New York Attorney General Letitia James and California Attorney General Rob Bonta, both Democrats, said on May 4 they will examine allegations of hostile work environments and employment discrimination in the league’s offices, which are located in New York, California, and New Jersey.
“No person should ever have to endure harassment, discrimination, or abuse in the workplace,” James said in a joint statement issued by the AGs. “No matter how powerful or influential, no institution is above the law, and we will ensure the NFL is held accountable.”…