Citigroup, the nation's fourth-largest bank, is angering Texas Republicans over its latest workplace benefit: Offering to cover the travel expenses of employees who live in states with restrictive reproductive health care laws, including the state's recently enacted law banning most abortions after six weeks, like the Heartbeat Act in Texas.
Republican Party of Texas chairman Matt Rinaldi called the policy "appalling" and said the party is urging Republicans to snub Citi's services.
"Republicans should avoid entrusting their finances with Citibank and other companies that are hostile to them and their values," Rinaldi said.
Supporters of the Heartbeat Act say it has already saved hundreds of babies lives.
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