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Trump Administration Sues Coca-Cola Over Women-Only Event

4/1/2026

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The U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is suing Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast Inc. over a September 2024 women-only networking event, reflecting Trump's stance on diversity policies.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) says the event violated Title VII by denying male employees equivalent benefits.
Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast Inc.'s counsel expressed disappointment.
The EEOC is pursuing a jury trial for damages after failing to reach a settlement.

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The U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is suing Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast Inc. over a September 2024 women-only networking event, reflecting Trump's stance on diversity policies.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) says the event violated Title VII by denying male employees equivalent benefits.
Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast Inc.'s counsel expressed disappointment.
The EEOC is pursuing a jury trial for damages after failing to reach a settlement.