Trump admin sues Coca-Cola distributor for alleged sex discrimination over event that excluded men

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a lawsuit against Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, Inc., a producer, seller and distributor of Coca-Cola products, alleging sex discrimination. The EEOC claims that the Coca-Cola distributor excluded male employees from an employer-sponsored event.

The lawsuit was launched by the EEOC's Boston Area Office, the commission noted. The EEOC is responsible for investigating and litigating possible instances of employment discrimination.