Top VW official in U.S. resigns

Published March 9, 2016 10:06pm ET



The top Volkswagen official in the United States is stepping down from his post by mutual agreement after a major emissions scandal involving the automaker, the company announced Wednesday.

Michael Horn, president and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, resigned effective immediately Wednesday afternoon. The company announced he will pursue other opportunities.

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