The Campaign for Accountability, a Washington D.C.-based ethics organization, has formally requested that the State Bar of California continue its investigation into Katie Zacharia. The request follows reports that Zacharia has left her position as White House press secretary. The watchdog group had previously filed a complaint with the Bar, alleging that Zacharia misrepresented herself as a licensed attorney.

According to the Campaign for Accountability, Zacharia’s exit from the White House does not address the core of their complaint. They argue that the allegations regarding her professional credentials remain a matter of public interest and regulatory oversight, regardless of her employment status. The organization is urging the State Bar to proceed with its review to determine if any professional misconduct occurred.

Currently, there is no public statement from Zacharia or her representatives regarding the specific allegations of credential misrepresentation or the status of the Bar investigation. The situation remains in its early stages as the regulatory body reviews the complaint filed by the watchdog group. The primary point of focus for the organization is ensuring that the departure from a high-profile government role does not result in the dismissal of the inquiry into her professional history.