A group of activists opposing affirmative action is suing McDonald’s in federal court over its scholarship program for Hispanic and Latino high-schoolers. They claim that the program is racially discriminatory, targeting a specific ethnic group.
The lawsuit accuses McDonald’s of using a formula based on zip codes and demographic data to award scholarships, which disproportionately benefits Hispanic students. Opponents argue that this approach creates an unfair advantage and perpetuates racial disparities in education.
McDonald’s has not publicly commented on the allegations, but the company has previously stated its commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives. The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages from McDonald’s and is ongoing.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/13/mcdonalds-dei-lawsuit-scholarships-latino-hispanic-students