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Buffalo businessman used 63 people’s identities to take out millions in loans
By Marcus Chen
Why Lockheed Martin agreed to pay $29.5 million after a federal investigation
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Senior Reporter · Syracuse, NY
With a degree in Business Journalism from Columbia University, Marcus has spent a decade reporting on economic trends and local businesses for the Albany Times Union and formerly for NPR’s Upstate New York affiliate. His deep understanding of the financial landscape equips him to provide context to local economic shifts impacting Syracuse families.
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Lockheed Martin has agreed to pay about $29.5 million to settle federal allegations involving its workplace diversity programs. The defense contractor was accused of considering race or sex in some employment decisions while certifying that it followed federal anti-discrimination requirements, according to the U.S. Justice Department. The claims are allegations, and there has been no finding that the company is liable.
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