New York Times sued by US employment agency over diversity, hiring
Source: Reuters
May 5, 2026 1:47 PM EDT Updated 1 hour ago
NEW YORK, May 5 (Reuters) - The New York Times (NYT.N) was sued on Tuesday by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which accused the newspaper of passing over a white man for a top editorial role because of his race and gender, in order to meet what the agency viewed as illegal diversity goals.
In a complaint filed in Manhattan federal court, the EEOC said the Times discriminated against the male candidate based on his race or sex, violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
The reverse discrimination lawsuit reflects EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas' new approach to employment cases, as the agency aligns itself with U.S. President Donald Trump's policies. Trump, a Republican, has attacked so-called diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in business, and soon after beginning his second White House term issued executive orders to end DEI in the federal government.
"The New York Times categorically rejects the politically motivated allegations brought by the Trump administration’s EEOC," Times spokesperson Danielle Rhoades Ha said in a statement. "Our employment practices are merit-based and focused on recruiting and promoting the best talent in the world. We will defend ourselves vigorously.
Read more: https://www.reuters.com/world/new-york-times-sued-by-us-employment-agency-over-diversity-goals-2026-05-05/
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A black person got the job? It must have been discrimination. 
I hope the aggrieved white male enjoys discovery.
