Former CEO Howard Schultz was grilled before a Senate committee Monday over allegations the corporation led an "illegal union-busting campaign" against its workers — a claim Schultz denies.

The former CEO of Starbucks defended allegations of union busting during a Senate hearing.

Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schulz addressed questions from the Senate HELP committee on allegations of anti-union policies and labor law violations at the company.

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien reports from Capitol Hill, where Starbucks’ former CEO Howard Schultz was grilled on the company’s tactics at locations attempting to unionize.

Howard Schultz faced sharp criticism over Starbucks' response to a union wave.

A federal judge ruled Starbucks had violated federal law hundreds of times at 21 stores in the Buffalo, New York, area in an attempt to halt unionizing efforts.

Howard Schultz will appear on Wednesday before a Senate committee to face questioning from Sen. Bernie Sanders over the company's response to a unionization push.

Howard Schultz will testify Wednesday before Bernie Sanders' Senate committee about Starbucks and its employees' unionization push

The chain will serve the drinks in select U.S. stores and ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton breaks down the wildly popular fortified foods trend.

Starbucks has created Oleato, a new lineup of coffee drinks infused with premium Sicilian olive oil.

Starbucks announced its new winter menu and merchandise, including a pistachio cream cold brew.

The three-day strike which began Friday is part of an effort to get more Starbucks stores to unionize.

The so-called Red Cup Rebellion is the biggest coordinated national action by unionized Starbucks stores.

Starbucks celebrates the 25th anniversary of its red holiday cups and the 20th year of peppermint mocha, and introduces a new pistachio swirl pastry.

Customers who purchased Starbucks espresso bottles from certain states are asked to return the beverage over contamination concerns.

New York City is suing Starbucks over allegations the coffee corporation unlawfully fired a Queens barista who had been involved in unionization efforts, a city agency announced Friday.

New York City is suing Starbucks over its firing of a unionizing barista.

Starbucks is closing 16 locations in five U.S. cities, citing safety concerns, and is working to improve its "Third Place" policy.

Starbucks announced more goals committed to reducing waste by 50% by 2030.

The company said it's trying to phase out disposable cups by 2025 and that it hopes all customers will be able to use their own mug or borrow a reusable one from their local store.

Starbucks accused the employees of violating policies with “terminable” offenses, but the union seeking to organize is accusing the company of retaliation.

Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson addressed impacts of inflation, COVID-19 related pay and staffing costs on an earnings call this week.

Rebecca Jarvis has the latest after workers at a Buffalo, New York, Starbucks voted on Thursday to form the coffee chain's first labor union in the U.S.

The vote count for three Starbucks outposts is taking place Thursday.

Three stores in the Buffalo, New York, area have voted on unionization and the NLRB is set to count votes Thursday.

The efforts come as the labor movement gains new steam after the pandemic shock.

The coffee giant said by next summer all of its employees will make at least $15 an hour, with a 5% raise for employees who have been there for at least two years.

Jonathan Celner was born at the Starbucks in Wilmette, Illinois. Griffin Baron was working as the shift manager that day on Aug. 20, 2002.

Starbucks, the Seattle-based coffee company, announced a new Borrow A Cup program to reduce single-use products.

Starbucks announced it will invest $100 million to support small businesses, community development in BIPOC neighborhoods.

Starbucks introduces new beverages including a pistachio latte and honey almond milk cold brew as well as new foods to usher in 2021.

Starbucks will give free coffee to front-line responders and committed $100K to National Alliance on Mental Illness to support virtual mental health resources.

Starbucks will increase wages for a majority of its staff starting next month, the company confirmed to ABC News Thursday.

Starbucks collectible, reusable cups, as well as new seasonal holiday cups and menu, are available Friday nationwide.

Starbucks said it would directly connect the building of inclusive and diverse teams to the pay of its executives.

Starbucks has rolled out strawless, recyclable lids for all iced beverages in U.S. and Canada.

Starbucks Fall menu lineup including the pumpkin spice latte is available for mobile order, takeout and delivery.

Starbucks announced it will add the Kiwi Starfruit Starbucks Refresher and Star Drink to the permanent menu.

The Seattle-based coffee chain announced plans to shift to more app-based systems and takeaway locations.

The company says it will be discussing how to stop hate speech online with civil rights groups and its media partners.

Starbucks is speaking out after reports of an alleged policy that bans its employees from wearing accessories or clothing related to the Black Lives Matter movement.

Starbucks will reopen U.S. and Canada stores with adjusted operations to safely accommodate workers and customers amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Kevin Johnson talks about Starbucks reopening 85% of its U.S. stores and the social distancing and safety measures they have taken to help ensure public health.

Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson announced a plan to reopen some stores amid the coronavirus pandemic.

During the coronavirus pandemic, Starbucks is staying open where possible and stepping up for its employees.

CEO Kevin Johnson made the announcement, saying employees shouldn’t have to choose between work and their health.

Starbucks unveiled its new Spring menu that includes to dairy-free drinks, pineapple, a new cold brew and more breakfast food.

Starbucks issued an apology and fired the employee for writing "Pig" on a police officer's cup.

Most people don’t notice the sleeves that encase their Starbucks coffee cups, but one 9-year-old from Texas saw the cardboard as an opportunity to spread joy.

A former regional director for Starbucks is suing the company, claiming her termination was prompted by the arrest of two black men at a Philadelphia store.