Employee’s Troubling Behavior

Employee’s Troubling Behavior

Hello all. I find myself in an unusual situation. I manage a large team and have a strong track record; recently, one of my past employees, who was temporary, reached out to HR and accused me of discrimination. I treated them fairly. I have been open with my supervisor and HR, and I have shared documentation requested. I have seen some doctored/false evidence the past employee submitted. Now, it appears they have come back saying they have audio recordings of me in meetings, including 1-1, on multiple occasions without my permission (one party permission state), and they have mentioned the supposed recordings to HR. I can’t think of anything I would have said or done that would be perceived as discriminatory or unfair, which makes me wonder if they may have altered audio. My supervisor and the VP of the company have both stated that I have their full support. I trust them. That said, I recognize companies and HR also need to be objective. My concern is that the past direct report may twist facts and share information that is misleading, out of context, or just plain fabricated. I have no ill will toward them. They seem fixated on this. It has crossed my mind that they may even be in distress or unwell. I am a generous person, but it is starting to appear they are intent on trying to smear my reputation and damage my career. I am the sole provider in my household. The individual has a meeting scheduled with someone in the company. I’m not overly worried, but I am slightly concerned. I’m wondering if group members have any advice.