In The Pocket?

Why was the PRESIDENT of the TEACHER'S UNION given a one year leave of absence to conduct union business when the union just had an election yesterday to elect or perhaps re-elect their president. Was this just a case of putting the cart before the horse or inside knowledge to maybe a rigged election? I don't know, I'm not paid to answer questions. I'm not paid at all. I'm just glad it doesn't cost to ask questions.