Employers enforcing uniform policies just got a clearer framework from the Eighth Circuit’s decision in Home Depot U.S.A. v. NLRB. The decision, handed down on November 6, 2025, was a major pushback against the NLRB’s stance on political and social messaging in the workplace. The ruling reinforced that businesses can prioritize safety, brand consistency, and customer experience when regulating employee attire. The court gave employers more latitude to restrict polarizing insignia on required uniforms, especially in customer-facing roles, when backed by documented business justifications.
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