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US government fines Instacart $5 million over hiring practices

Instacart has been fined $5 million for allegedly discriminating against US-born workers in its hiring practices. The justice department accused Instacart of creating burdens for U.S. applicants during the Permanent Labor Certification process. A settlement has been reached, requiring Instacart to establish a fund for affected applicants and pay civil penalties. The company must also revise its employment policies and train staff on anti-discrimination laws.

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