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Smoothie King Fires Employees Over Pro-Trump Hoodie Incident

3/3/2026

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Two Smoothie King employees in Ann Arbor, Michigan, were fired after refusing service to a couple because of a pro-Trump hoodie.
The incident, captured on video, showed heated exchanges as the couple alleged discrimination and has sparked discussion about political expression and service rights.
The employees said they felt uncomfortable serving the couple.
Smoothie King announced the employees are no longer with the company and that retraining will be mandatory.

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Two Smoothie King employees in Ann Arbor, Michigan, were fired after refusing service to a couple because of a pro-Trump hoodie.
The incident, captured on video, showed heated exchanges as the couple alleged discrimination and has sparked discussion about political expression and service rights.
The employees said they felt uncomfortable serving the couple.
Smoothie King announced the employees are no longer with the company and that retraining will be mandatory.