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Anti-DEI campaigner Robby Starbuck influenced Walmart’s diversity policies, leading to changes including ending use of “LatinX”. Starbuck’s approach involves negotiating with companies to dial back diversity policies without abandoning support for underrepresented groups. His tactics have led to changes at 15 companies, with more targeted. The issue is expected to intensify under President-elect Trump, who may challenge diversity initiatives. Walmart’s changes were partly due to legal considerations and were already underway before Starbuck’s involvement. Critics argue that allowing external influencers to dictate company policy is concerning.