Chicago School Board Member Rivas Faces Scrutiny Over 2018 Suspension

• Carlos Rivas, a Chicago School Board member, faced criticism for a 2018 incident where he was disciplined for excessive drinking and unwanted touching.
• Rivas was suspended from his job at a charter school after an investigation found he acted inappropriately with a co-worker.
• The incident occurred less than a week before Election Day, adding to the heated nature of Rivas' reelection campaign.
• The suspension was confirmed by a letter sent to Rivas by the Noble Network of Charter Schools.
• Rivas is currently running for reelection in a competitive Chicago School Board race.