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The New York TimesonX / Twitter18h ago
Uber announced sweeping changes to its background checks after a New York Times investigation revealed how the company’s policies allowed for drivers with many types of criminal convictions, including violent felonies. nyti.ms/4oPpvEd
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Analysis Summary
Uber tightened its driver background check policies on June 26, 2026, after a New York Times investigation showed the company had previously approved drivers with violent felony convictions and other serious crimes. The new standards apply retroactively to existing drivers and come amid multiple sexual assault lawsuits against the company by passengers. This is the latest in a series of safety accountability measures Uber has faced over driver vetting practices across multiple countries.
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“Uber announced sweeping changes to its background checks”
Multiple sources confirm Uber announced tighter background check policies on June 26, 2026, applied retroactively to existing drivers.
“The New York Times investigation revealed how the company's policies allowed for drivers with many types of criminal convictions, including violent felonies”
NYT's own reporting and Bloomberg coverage both reference the Times investigation as the catalyst for Uber's policy changes, confirming the investigative finding about prior approval of drivers with violent felony convictions.
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