McDonald’s is ending some of its diversity practices, citing a U.S. Supreme Court decision that outlawed affirmative action in college admissions.

McDonald's announced Monday it is scrapping some of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, becoming the latest company to make changes amid activist pressure.

McDonald’s Corp. is revamping its approach to diversity, equity and inclusion, becoming the latest large company to change its strategy as the once-ubiquitous goals come under pressure from conservative advocates.

The initiatives include the company’s DEI pledge for suppliers and its demographic-based representational goals.

McDonald's on Monday said it is rolling back some of its diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Why it matters: Backlash against corporate DEI efforts appears to be intensifying ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.