Salon faces backlash after banning transgender, queer people

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Michigan hair salon faces backlash after banning transgender and queer customers, reportedly telling them to 'seek services at a local pet groomer'

In June, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that a wedding website owner was allowed to deny services to gay couples.

Geiger and Studio 8 Hair Lab did not immediately respond to Insider's requests for comment ahead of publication.Geiger said she is standing firm and believes Studio 8 Hair Lab should be able to deny service to anyone. She told the publication that she saw an"outpouring of support" from some of her clients and backlash from others, including threats and angry messages.On Wednesday, protestors stood outside of the salon chanting and holding signs, AP reported.

Some within the haircare industry is also responding to Studio 8 Hair Lab's posts. Haircare brand Jack Winn Pro said onthat it would no longer allow Studio 8 Hair Lab to sell its products following the bigoted statements.

 

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