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Texas Business Man Rejects Applicant Because She’s a Trump Supporter, ‘It’s Abo…
A Texas man rejected a potential hire at his business because he found out on social media that she's a Trump supporter.
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Texas Business Owner Sparks Debate Over Refusal to Hire Trump Supporters
A Texas business owner has sparked debate after publicly stating his decision to reject a job applicant based on their political affiliation. The individual, who identifies as an entrepreneur and EdD candidate, claimed to have reviewed the applicant's social media and, upon discovering they were a supporter of former President Trump, chose not to hire them. In a video widely circulated online, the business owner asserted that political affiliation is not a protected class under Texas law, a claim he states was confirmed by his legal counsel. He further encouraged other business owners to 'take a stand' and refuse to hire or serve individuals whose values they believe contribute to 'oppression' against various groups, including immigrants, LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, women, children, veterans, and the homeless. This stance has ignited a fervent discussion online, with many users expressing support for his position, sharing similar experiences of refusing business or employment to individuals based on political views. Conversely, others have raised concerns about potential discrimination and the implications of such practices on employment rights and societal division.
