Lichess announced the resumption of cooperation with US Chess. The chess platform explains that they are satisfied with the changes made in the federation. Lichess notes that US Chess made changes to maintain a safe and supportive environment within the organization.

Lichess named several changes in the US Chess structure. US Chess leadership involved in the mishandling of historical allegations are no longer in such positions. Recent leadership changes have led to more open communication. US Chess introduced organization-wide changes in policy.

Lichess states that these changes have given them confidence that future incidents will be dealt with appropriately. Lichess is lifting its boycott and will resume official broadcasts of US Chess events. Lichess will resume providing additional support to chess organizations.

Lichess announced its boycott of both the US Chess Federation and the Saint Louis Chess Club in 2023. The reason was concerns about their accountability for mishandling sexual misconduct allegations.

Lichess resumed cooperation with the Saint Louis Chess Club in 2025. US Chess resolved its dispute with WGM Jennifer Shahade in March 2026. Shahade publicly accused GM Alejandro Ramirez of sexual misconduct in 2023.

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