Discrimination Starbucks faces lawsuit from manager allegedly fired for being straight Action comes as Supreme Court debates making reverse discrimination claims easier and Trump targets law firm DEI policies iStock.com/WoodysPhotos Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Thursday 13 March 2025 A former New York-based Starbucks manager has sued the coffee chain and former co-workers after claiming to have been discriminated against for being a straight, cisgender man. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Discrimination SCOTUS poised to strike down “background circumstances” test Discrimination US security firm had “male only” hiring directives D&I Trump’s war on DEI leaves employers with more questions than answers D&I Google halts diversity push amid federal scrutiny