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Who is Jane Smith? Michigan CEO loses job over family's AI photo in ‘Lake America' sweatshirts

Family First Credit Union in Michigan has terminated its CEO, Jane Smith, after her controversial social media post.

Who is Jane Smith? Michigan CEO loses job over family's AI photo in ‘Lake America' sweatshirts

Jane Smith, the former CEO of Family First Credit Union in Michigan, has resigned following a controversial social media post. The post featured a family photo taken at Detroit airport, with ChatGPT-generated sweaters displaying the phrase "Lake America," a slogan associated with Donald Trump. The credit union expressed regret for the "concern, disappointment and pain" caused by Smith's actions, and Smith issued an apology, acknowledging the post was insensitive and a lapse in judgment.

Despite her apology, the credit union terminated her employment, and Jason Acosta assumed temporary leadership.

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