Florida Launches Investigation into Starbucks' Diversity Practices
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and Governor Ron DeSantis have announced a state investigation into Starbucks' diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices to determine if they violate Florida's anti-discrimination laws. This follows a federal court ruling that deemed the 2023 Stop Woke Act unconstitutional when applied to businesses. Moody's complaint argues that Starbucks' DEI goals, which include specific racial quotas tied to executive bonuses, may breach federal and state civil rights acts. The Florida Commission on Human Relations will conduct the investigation.