Office Depot Fires Employees for Refusing to Print Charlie Kirk Posters
Office Depot has fired employees at a Michigan store for refusing to print posters for a prayer vigil honoring conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The employees reportedly labeled the content as "political propaganda."
Office Depot has terminated employees at its Portage, Michigan, store after they refused to print paid posters for a prayer vigil honoring conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot on September 11, 2025, during a speech at Utah Valley University. The employees cited the posters’ content as political propaganda, sparking controversy.
A viral video, shared by the Kalamazoo County Republican Party on X, captured the refusal, igniting widespread outrage among conservative users. Prominent figures, including Laura Loomer and Robby Starbuck, called for boycotts of Office Depot, amplifying the backlash online.
In response, Office Depot issued an apology, stating the employees’ actions violated company policy. The company fired the involved staffers and committed to enhanced training on neutrality to prevent future incidents. Meanwhile, FedEx Office stepped in, printing the vigil posters at no cost to support the community event.
The incident has fueled debates over free speech and corporate neutrality, with conservatives praising Office Depot’s swift action while others question the employees’ dismissal. The prayer vigil for Kirk, a prominent Turning Point USA founder, is set to proceed as planned.