Bud Light Faces Backlash and Sales Plunge Over Transgender Promotion Controversy
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Bud Light's sales have fallen by 17% in the US after a social media promotion with a transgender advocate sparked criticism. The company is now facing further criticism for not supporting its marketing manager, Alissa Heinerscheid, who was placed on leave along with her boss, Daniel Blake. A replacement has been named for Heinerscheid in the Bud Light role.
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