The Blotter: Brian Ross Investigates

Latest Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Brings Calls for Leadership Change at USA Swimming

The filing of a fifth lawsuit claiming USA Swimming failed to protect young swimmers from alleged sexual misconduct by coaches is bringing calls for new leadership at the organization that critics say has fostered a culture of covering up abuse. "It is now clear USA Swimming is more interested in protecting its images and its coaches…than in protecting children from molestation," said Robert Allard, an attorney now representing two former swimmers in suits against USA Swimming, the governing...Full Story
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