Starbucks was accused of "caving" to right-wing activists by banning Pride decorations this week.
On Tuesday, Starbucks Workers United revealed that the corporation had moved against LGBTQ+ symbolism.
"In the middle of Pride Month, Starbucks BANS Pride decorations in stores across the United States," the union said on Twitter. "In union stores, where Starbucks claims they are unable to make 'unilateral changes' without bargaining, the company took down Pride decorations and flags anyway - ignoring their own anti-union talking point."
The organization noted that Starbucks employs "many queer workers, but management has failed to materially support the LGBTQ+ community."
The reported move comes after Target gave in to criticism by conservatives and removed some Pride merchandise. Target stores in at least five states received bomb threats amid the controversy.
The New Republic called Starbucks' decision to remove Pride decorations "a stunning cave to far-right anti-LGBTQ fury."
