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Rachid Barbouch (avatar)

Rachid Barbouch

Journaliste freelance, Chroniqueur indépendant.

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Moncef Slaoui apologizes after sexual harassment claim

Moncef Slaoui, who headed the Covid vaccination growth effort underneath the Trump administration, said he was “deeply sorry” to a lady whose claim of sexual harassment led to his ouster as chairman of Galvani.

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Rachid Barbouch

Journaliste freelance, Chroniqueur indépendant.

Abonné·e de Mediapart

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  Former Operation Warp Speed Head Moncef Slaoui has been Fired From Galvani Board After Sexual Harassment Allegations

  He announced Wednesday afternoon  he will be taking a break from “all professional responsibilities” .

   Moncef Slaoui issued a statement in response to the sexual misconduct allegations, apologizing to his family and the “concerned employee” at GlaxoSmithKline. 

   «  It is with deep regret that I acknowledge today's statement from GlaxoSmithKline plc regarding my termination as Chair of the Galvani Board of Directors.

     I have the utmost respect for my colleagues and feel terrible that my actions have put a former colleague in an uncomfortable situation.

     I would like to apologise unreservedly to the employee concerned and I am deeply sorry for any distress caused. I would also like to apologise to my wife and family for the pain this is causing.

     I will work hard to redeem myself with all those that this situation has impacted. I am taking a leave of absence from my current professional responsibilities effective immediately, to focus on my family. »

     Dr Moncef Slaoui

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