Walgreens Closure in Boston Sparks Accusations of Racial Discrimination

Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Massachusetts senators demand answers from Walgreens, citing the store's closure as a discriminatory act against a predominantly Black and Latino community.

Rep. Ayanna Pressley accuses Walgreens of racial discrimination for closing a store in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood, a predominantly Black and Latino area.
Walgreens cites changes in consumer buying habits and market conditions as reasons for the closure, not addressing accusations of racial discrimination directly.
The closure sparks debate over the impact of retail theft on business operations, with some commentators linking store closures to rising crime rates.
Pressley, supported by Massachusetts Senators Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren, demands answers from Walgreens, emphasizing the negative impact on the community.
Walgreens plans to transfer prescriptions to a nearby store and offer free same-day delivery for 90 days, but the move does little to quell accusations or concerns.