Costco, DEI

Former Costco executive defends its DEI policies, says critics don't understand the company's culture
The former executive claims that Costco has always valued the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, even before the term "DEI" existed. Costco executives see the company’s culture as a key factor in its success and that, to his ears, DEI is synonymous with the way the company has always done business.
Republican attorneys general call out Costco for maintaining DEI policies
Led by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, the Republican officials instructed Costco to let them know within 30 days whether it would get rid of its DEI policies or explain why not. Costco did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Costco Should Talk More About Its DEI Policies: Beth Kowitt
Costco Wholesale Corp. did a powerful job of making a business case for why its DEI programs are important to the company — that they attract and retain talent, that diversity helps the company foster its originality and creativity and that customers want to see themselves reflected in the people who work in its stores.
Costco keeps its DEI policies, which sparked a local "Buy-Cott" movement
After many companies scaled back DEI programs, an event urged the community to support a major local retailer standing firm on its diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Republican attorneys general pressure Costco to drop DEI policies
The pressure comes after President Trump issued an executive order directing government agency chiefs to dismantle DEI policies at federal agencies.
19 Republican AGs, including Ken Paxton of Texas, urge Costco to rescind DEI policies
AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined 18 other Republican state officials in urging wholesale retailer Costco to rescind policies promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.
Costco Shareholders Overwhelmingly Support Company’s DEI Policies As Other Major Retailers Retreat
As the Trump administration takes aim at diversity, equity and inclusion, major retailers are dialing it back. However, Costco swam against the tide at its shareholder meeting.
Virginia Attorney General asks Costco to end DEI policies
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares is urging the CEO of Costco to end "unlawful" diversity, equity and inclusion policies at the company.
Al Sharpton leads ‘buy in’ at Harlem Costco to support their DEI policies
Rev. Al Sharpton hosted a rally in-front of a Costco in Harlem to support the wholesaler's decision to standby their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
SC's Alan Wilson calls on Costco to end DEI policies amid US companies ending initiatives
Attorney General Alan Wilson's office sent a letter to Costco's leadership demanding they remove their DEI policies within 30 days.
Costco Should Think Twice About Doubling Down On Its ‘Illegal’ DEI Policies, Republican AGs Warn
Over a dozen Republican attorneys general are calling on Costco to ditch its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. The
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Kansas And Iowa Attorneys General Lead Coalition Against Costco’s DEI Hiring Policies
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird are leading a coalition of 19 state attorneys ...
O'Leary rips Costco for bucking DEI trend: 'Bad for business'
O'Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O'Leary weighs in on Costco standing firm on its DEI stance and advocates for merit-based ...
These Major Corporations Refuse To Ditch DEI Initiatives
Delta, the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers, and other companies are sticking with DEI initiatives despite objections from the ...