(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — Attorney General Kwame Raoul said he was shocked and disappointed to learn of the allegations in an October report outlining systemic abuse and misconduct in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) and the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF).
Among the allegations were player complaints that executives and owners did nothing while former Chicago Red Stars Coach Rory Dames created a hostile work environment and crossed the line into sexual relationships.
The report followed a yearlong investigation led by former U.S. Attorney General Sally Yates, who found that both organizations failed to respond to complaints and proof of abusive behavior.
Raoul and New York Attorney General Letitica James called on the Chicago-based leadership of U.S. professional soccer to meet a February deadline to share how they will carry out recommendations included in the 157-page report, which can be found here.
A release from Raoul’s office pointed out that, under state law, employers are responsible for misconduct if they are aware but don’t take corrective measures.
Raoul said no one should face such abuse under any circumstances and his office — as well as James’ office — are committed to enforcing anti-harassment laws.
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