Walmart and Costco are facing pressure from Christian groups over abortion pill

By Jeff Green and Saijel Kishan
Published 3 Min Read

Walmart storefront with U.S. flag flying outside of it.
Bloomberg

A group of faith-based investors are warning some of the largest U.S. retailers, including Costco and Walmart, against selling the abortion pill mifepristone.

Companies offering the drug risk reputation and legal repercussions, according to an Aug. 2 letter sent to CEOs at the two retail giants, as well as Kroger, Albertsons and medical distribution company McKesson. The group said 6,000 Costco customers have signed a petition saying they will cancel their membership if the retailer starts selling the pills.

Jeff Green and Saijel Kishan

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