JPMorgan Targeted by Republican States Over Accusations of Religious Bias

JPMorgan Chase is facing allegations of religious discrimination from 19 Republican state attorneys general. The bank denies the accusations and serves 50,000 accounts with religious affiliations.

May 14, 2023 . 12:07 AM

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JPMorgan Chase is facing allegations of religious discrimination from Republican state officials.
19 Republican state attorneys general sent a letter to JPMorgan Chief Executive Jamie Dimon, accusing the bank of denying customers banking services based on political or religious affiliations.
JPMorgan denies the accusations, stating that it serves 50,000 accounts with religious affiliations.
The Republican officials are also demanding the bank publicly clarify its position on issues at the center of conservative causes.
The accusations underscore the growing challenge posed to US businesses in a nation riven by ideological and partisan differences.