The now former superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools is facing growing public scrutiny following a bizarre set of circumstances that allegedly unraveled as Federal Immigration agents took him into custody last week.

Ian Roberts, the superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools detained by immigration agents, is resigning from his position, his lawyer said.

DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) - The Des Moines Public School Board has accepted Dr. Ian Roberts’ resignation effective immediately, as several investigations are underway into Roberts’ past. Roberts notified the board earlier Tuesday about his decision.

The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Tuesday that it had launched an investigation into Des Moines Public Schools in Iowa to determine whether the district engaged in race-based employment practices.

Dr. Ian Roberts, who remains on unpaid administrative leave from his position as superintendent of the Des Moines School District, faces a deadline Tuesday to prove that he has legal authority to work in the United States.

The Justice Department launched an investigation into Des Moines Public Schools for alleged racial discrimination in its employment practices.

Por HANNAH FINGERHUT y RYAN J. FOLEYDES MOINES, Iowa, EE.UU. (AP) — El superintendente de las escuelas públicas de Des Moines, detenido por las autoridades de inmigración,