Andrew Bailey was questioned about his lawsuit against Starbucks that claims diversity hiring initiatives have caused higher prices and longer waits. “I’m just curious if white-served coffee tastes a little bit better,

In a lawsuit filed Tuesday, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey alleges Starbucks has violated federal and state laws prohibiting race discrimination by ties its compensation to racial and sex-based quotas.

The lawsuit alleges that initiatives designed to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion ultimately amount to unlawful discrimination.