Citigroup Faces Lawsuit After Firing Employee for Racist Comments
A former Citigroup employee, Ann Watson, is taking legal action against the bank following her termination in 2023. The dismissal stemmed from comments she made during a job interview regarding the challenges of working with Indian colleagues.
Details of the Incident
During the interview, Watson reportedly told the interviewer, who was of Indian origin, that a past project faltered due to the team being comprised of Indian individuals. Despite expressing remorse for her remarks, Watson attributed her memory lapse to symptoms of menopause and long Covid-19.
Citigroup's Response
Citigroup stands by its decision, asserting that a fair and impartial investigation led to Watson's dismissal. The bank argues that Watson's medical condition did not excuse her racist remarks.
Watson's Claims
Watson contends that her 12 years of service at the bank and her ongoing medical issues were not adequately taken into consideration during the disciplinary process. The lawsuit is ongoing.
