Walmart responds to outrage over return of controversial fee
The retail giant has a blunt response to recent criticism over the return of a controversial policy.
Walmart (WMT) , the largest retailer in the U.S., faced criticism from some consumers last week after a memo revealed it was planning to reinstate a controversial fee it had initially paused during the Covid-19 pandemic.
In the memo, Walmart said that it will resume charging customers who are part of its Walmart+ Assist program $6.99 if their online order does not meet a $35 minimum, regardless of whether it is being picked up or delivered, according to a report from Reuters on April 30.
