EEOC Investigates Nike for Discrimination Against White Workers

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said it had opened an investigation into Nike for policies that it said discriminated against white workers and job applicants, investigating systemic allegations of D.E.I.-related intentional race discrimination.

The commission, born of the Civil Rights Act to enforce laws against employment discrimination, said it was probing the company’s practices in response to the complaints.

The inquiry is the first major litigation announced by the commission under Andrea Lucas, its chair, who has made diversity, equity and inclusion programs a target since taking the role last year. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has worked under President Trump to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion policies.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Rebecca Davis O’Brien covers labor and the work force for The Times.

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