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Trump calls for the boycott of other companies because of the electoral law in Georgia

Former President Trump added a list of organizations on Saturday calling for boycotts for speaking out against voting restrictions on Georgia’s All-Star Game from Georgia, adding, “Do you listen to Coke, Delta?” In his new statement, he said, “Boycott Major League Baseball, Coca-Cola, Delta Airlines, JP Morgan Chase, ViacomCBS, Citigroup, Cisco, UPS and Merck.” Receive market news worthy of your time at Axios Markets. Subscribe for free. What Else He Said: Trump accused “Radical Left Democrats” of playing dirty by boycotting companies that insulted them. “Now they are making great strides with WOKE CANCEL CULTURE and our holy elections,” Trump said. “It’s finally time for Republicans and Conservatives to fight back – we have more people than them – by far!” He added, before filing a number of complaints, including about the 2020 presidential election, then wishing “Happy Easter!” The other side: Democrats have criticized the new law, President Biden called it “Jim Crow on steroids”. Citigroup declined to comment, and the other companies on Trump’s boycott list did not immediately return Axios’ request for comment. Going further: CEOs, companies speak out against Georgia’s voting rights restrictions. Editor’s Note: This article has been continuously updated with new details. Like this article? Get more from Axios and subscribe to Axios Markets for free.