From Walmart to McDonald: US stores to face boycott in 2025 - Here's everything you need to know

Full list of stores to be boycotted in the US: Walmart is in the news again because some consumers are protesting corporate greed, firms who have retracted their diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, and President Donald Trump's attempts to end federal DEI programs since he took office by boycotting Walmart and its related retailers.

The People's Union voices grave concerns about corporate accountability and diversity rollbacks. Walmart, meantime, is speaking out. The business has reaffirmed its place in American culture and defended its stance publicly.

Are you curious about the actual situation, the parties involved, and the potential implications for regular consumers? Explore the entire narrative to learn about every viewpoint and other stores that have been boycotted recently.

Why is Walmart boycotted?

Walmart boycott in the US started from 7th April | Credit: Reuters

The People's Union USA, under the leadership of John Schwarz, started the Walmart boycott to address several issues:?

Corporate Tax Practices: According to Schwarz, Walmart imposes a more significant financial burden on Americans by failing to pay its fair share of taxes. ?

Economic Inequality: In light of stagnant wages, the movement criticizes Walmart's profit margins and draws attention to concerns of economic inequality.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policies: The boycott also aims to hold Walmart responsible for its commitment to these programs in response to the company's retraction of DEI initiatives.

Beyond its physical locations, the boycott calls on customers to avoid utilizing Walmart's pharmacy and health services, internet platforms, and subscription services like Walmart+. ?

With over $1.7 billion in cash and in-kind contributions last year, Walmart has responded that it is among the biggest corporate taxpayers in the United States. ?

A wider cultural change quickly followed as businesses like Walmart discontinued their DEI initiatives after President Donald Trump started to tear down DEI at the federal level when he took office in January. On the other hand, the Walmart boycott has a slightly broader, multi-issue objective.

When did the Walmart Boycott start?

The Walmart boycott is scheduled to last until April 14 after beginning April 7.

Walmart's response to the Boycott

Many stores in US are listed for Boycott and it will continue till 4th July in the US | Credit: Reuters

Walmart defended its business methods and emphasized its economic and philanthropic contributions in a statement given to Newsweek.

"As one of the biggest corporate taxpayers in the country, not only do we pay our fair share, we are an economic force multiplier supporting communities nationwide," the company stated. "We remain faithful to earning the business of all Americans and giving our time and resources to causes that uplift and unite communities who rely on us every day."

The statement added that Walmart gave more than $1.7 billion in cash and in-kind donations in the previous year to assist causes like hunger alleviation and disaster response.

Stores going to be boycotted in 2025

According to the group, the movement is "just getting started" and "not stopping anytime soon." The "Economic Blackout Tour" dates are set through July 4. Some of the most well-known businesses are expected to be affected. Look at this:

• Walmart: April 7¨C14
• Economic Blackout 2: April 18
• General Mills: April 21-28
• Amazon Boycott 2: May 6-12
• Walmart Boycott No. 2: May 20-26
• Target: June 3-9
• McDonald's Boycott: June 24-30
• Independence Day Boycott: July 4

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