NFL faces investigation over hostile workplace allegations

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The NFL will be the subject of an investigation over its workplace practice and cultures, attorneys general from New York and California announced on Thursday.

New York Attorney General Letitia James and California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a joint investigation into the league over allegations of "employment discrimination and a hostile work environment," according to a news release. The investigation will look to see whether the NFL violated federal and state pay equity laws and anti-discrimination laws.

"No person should ever have to endure harassment, discrimination, or abuse in the workplace," James said in a statement. "No matter how powerful or influential, no institution is above the law, and we will ensure the NFL is held accountable."

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A general view of the NFL shield at Footprint Center on Feb. 6, 2023 in Phoenix. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

Bonta added, "California will not tolerate any form of discrimination. California will not tolerate any form of discrimination. We have serious concerns about the NFL’s role in creating an extremely hostile and detrimental work environment. No company is too big or popular to avoid being held responsible for their actions."

The NFL said in a statement to Fox News Digital the league will "fully cooperate" with the attorneys general.

"These allegations are entirely inconsistent with the NFL’s values and practices. The NFL offices are places where employees of all genders, races and backgrounds thrive. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form," the statement read.

 "The NFL is committed to ensuring all employees of the