Union leader behind California billionaires' tax proposal accused of threatening, harassing women

Dave Regan, president of the SEIU-UHW West and a prominent labor leader in California, is facing accusations of harassing and intimidating several women employed by an affiliated union. The allegations center on his conduct within the organization he leads, which has recently been involved in a high-profile campaign to implement a tax on billionaires in California.

The accusations against Regan have surfaced as he remains a central figure in the push for the tax proposal. The developments highlight internal tensions within the labor organization as the leadership faces scrutiny regarding workplace conduct.