The US Chess Federation announced that its dispute with WGM Jennifer Shahade is resolved. The organization published the statement on its official website on March 31.
The US Chess Federation stated that all issues between the parties were resolved by mutual agreement. The federation expressed gratitude for Shahade’s reports and linked them to its Safe Play program. The announcement confirmed Shahade’s new role as the first-ever Official Ambassador of US Chess.
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Chess Federation“We look forward to welcoming Ms. Shahade on the road with us, where she will be speaking, educating, and presenting at upcoming US Chess events nationwide.”
WGM Jennifer Shahade (2322 Inactive) is a two-time U.S. Women’s Chess Champion and a prominent figure in the global chess community. Shahade publicly accused GM Alejandro Ramirez of sexually assaulting her twice in 2023, and cited evidence of him abusing other women and minors. Shahade alleged that US Chess failed to act on her private warnings about Ramirez. She filed a six-count lawsuit against US Chess in 2024, included claims of defamation, retaliation, and gender discrimination.
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