The Justice Department on Thursday promised to examine allegations that Washington, D.C.’s major league baseball team discriminated against one of its pitchers on religious grounds.
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) sent a letter to the DOJ this week, requesting it probe concerns that the Washington Nationals discriminated against Trevor Williams and deliberately excluded him from social media branding due to his Christian beliefs. In response, the DOJ committed to evaluating “all appropriate next steps” in a statement to the Washington Examiner.
Trending: CBS Axes Two Prominent Figures, Adds ‘Outsider’ Executive Producer in Big ’60 Minutes’ Shakeup
“The Department of Justice has received Rep. Boebert’s letter on Major League Baseball and the issues it raises,” a spokesperson said. “The Department is reviewing the matter and will evaluate all appropriate next steps. As always, we remain committed to enforcing federal law and protecting civil rights.”
The debacle started when conservative media personality James O’Keefe’s group released an undercover camera conversation on Tuesday with Washington Nationals Director of Community Relations Sean
Continue reading
Join the conversation!
Please share your thoughts about this article below. We value your opinions, and would love to see you add to the discussion!