Biden adviser Lander investigated after workplace complaints, White House says
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The White House said on Monday a full investigation has been conducted into the behavior of science adviser Eric Lander, after receiving reports that he bullied and demeaned staffers, and it will monitor any corrective actions taken.
Lander, a top science adviser to Biden and director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, was the focus of an internal review after subordinates complained. Politico first reported the review Monday.
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