Lowe's Changes DEI Programs Amid Activist Pressure

Lowe's has announced a significant reduction in its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, consolidating various employee resource groups into a single organization. This decision was reportedly influenced by conservative activist Robbie Starbuck, who claimed credit for prompting the changes through a public campaign. While a Lowe’s spokesperson noted that the revisions were already underway before Starbuck’s messaging, the retailer is now focusing only on community events tied to affordable housing and disaster relief. Other companies, such as Brown Foreman, have also scaled back their DEI initiatives following similar pressures, reflecting a broader corporate shift in response to activism.