Category: Boycotts

Omnicom and Interpublic, Seeking Merger, Agree to FTC’s No-Boycott Deal

Omnicom and Interpublic said they would not direct their clients’ advertising away from media platforms because of the platforms’ political content.
How a Tiny Community Got Caught Up in Trump’s Attacks on Canada

The enclave of Point Roberts, Wash., once thrived with a mix of Americans and Canadians. Now the border checks are a hassle, the community is isolated and businesses are withering.
Tesla Protesters Claim a Victory as Elon Musk Leaves Trump’s Side

The activists behind the Tesla Takedown campaign say they intend to expand beyond protests at the company’s showrooms.
Campaign Against Avelo Airlines Over ICE Deportation Flights Sets Off Legal Fight

Seth Miller, a New Hampshire lawmaker, placed billboard ads protesting Avelo Airlines’ decision to operate flights for ICE. Avelo accused him of copyright infringement.
As Backlash to Trump’s Tariffs Grows, Europe Boycotts American Brands

A shifting perception of the United States amid President Trump’s trade war is prompting Europeans to pivot decisively away from U.S. goods and services.
Dismayed by Trump, the Star Pianist András Schiff Boycotts the U.S.

Mr. Schiff, who has refused to play in Russia and his native Hungary because of strongman rule, said he was alarmed by President Trump’s “unbelievable bullying.”
Can Trump and Musk Convince More Conservatives to Buy Teslas?

President Trump rallied support for Elon Musk’s car company, but there may not be enough conservatives willing to buy electric cars to make up for the Democrats who now shun Teslas.
Tesla for Sale: Buyer’s Remorse Sinks In for Elon Musk’s E.V.-Owning Critics

The backlash against the electric vehicle company has intensified as the billionaire ally of President Trump exerts his power over the federal government.
The People’s Union USA’s ‘Economic Blackout’ Organizer Served Jail Time on Sex Charge

John Schwarz, who organized a viral shopping boycott, was previously registered as a sex offender after pleading guilty to “disseminating voyeuristic material.”
Bessent to Skip G20 Finance Ministers Meeting in South Africa

The Treasury secretary is the second top U.S. official to boycott the Group of 20 gatherings because of rising tension with South Africa over its land policies.
With ‘Paper Doll,’ Dylan Mulvaney Wrote the Book on Girlhood. Now What?

Her bubbly video diaries about her gender transition were once a study in oversharing. Now on the other side of a nationwide boycott, she sees the value in keeping some things to herself.
As Big Retailers Pull Back on D.E.I, What Happens to Emerging Black Sellers?

Black-owned brands got a foot in the door through accelerator programs at companies like Target and Amazon. Now they worry it might be closing.