Summary
Hilton Hotels faces boycott calls after a location in Minnesota reportedly canceled reservations for immigration enforcement agents. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) says this was part of a larger campaign against its operations. Hilton responded by cutting ties with the hotel, stating it does not align with their values.
Key Facts
- A Hilton hotel in Minnesota allegedly canceled bookings for DHS immigration enforcement agents.
- The DHS described this action as part of a broader effort to disrupt their work.
- Hilton explained that the hotel is independently owned and not reflective of its company values.
- Hilton is removing the Minnesota hotel from its systems due to the incident.
- The incident led to calls for a boycott of Hilton on social media.
- Everpeak Hospitality, which manages Hilton-branded hotels, stated the action was against their non-discrimination policy.
- A video showed a hotel staff member confirming the refusal of DHS bookings, prompting further action from Hilton.
