In a lawsuit filed Tuesday, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey alleges Starbucks has violated federal and state laws prohibiting race discrimination by ties its compensation to racial and sex-based quotas.

The lawsuit from Republican Andrew Bailey alleges that Starbucks setting goals for the representation of people of color and women in its workforce and leadership amounts to illegal discrimination.

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has initiated legal action against Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:SBUX), alleging the company breached both federal and state anti-discrimination laws. The lawsuit asserts that Starbucks employs hiring methods influenced by race and gender,

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed a lawsuit against Starbucks over its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, saying the chain utilizes “race-and-sex-based” discrimination. Bailey’s lawsuit said that the U.

The lawsuit alleges that initiatives designed to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion ultimately amount to unlawful discrimination.

The lawsuit claims the company provides exclusive training and employment benefits to minorities and women.

The lawsuit alleges that Starbucks setting goals for the representation of people of color and women in its workforce and leadership amounts to illegal discrimination.