Kathleen Ronning-Schimetz, a former employee in North Dakota’s Office of the Adjutant General, resigned after facing years of harassment and misconduct. In her letter of resignation, she detailed instances of being called a “whore,” subjected to explicit discussions, and sexually assaulted by co-workers, including her supervisor, Stephen Herda. Despite reporting the harassment, her concerns were dismissed, and she was excluded from important meetings. An investigation confirmed her claims, citing harassment, sexual harassment, ostracism, and retaliation. Another review by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission also validated her allegations. Schimetz’s attorney noted the rarity of external validation in such cases. The lawsuit filed against the National Guard seeks financial relief and punitive damages against Herda and Clark Johnson for violating Schimetz’s rights. The Attorney General’s Office declined to comment on the pending litigation. Schimetz is looking forward to her day in court to seek justice for the harassment and misconduct she endured.
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