A lodge proprietor within the vacationer district of Orlando, Florida has reached an settlement with the U.S. Justice Department over a discrimination lawsuit filed in opposition to the resort after it canceled a deliberate convention for an Arab American group within the aftermath of Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023 assault on Israel.
In the criticism filed Thursday, the DOJ accused AWH Orlando Property, the proprietor of DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld, of discrimination on the idea of nationwide origin when it canceled internet hosting an annual summit held by the Arab America Foundation in November 2023.
The DOJ mentioned there had been no threats or particular dangers to the lodge in reference to the summit and that there was not some other non-discriminatory purpose to cancel the assembly for the Arab American cultural and academic group.
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“Simply acknowledged, amidst an ongoing struggle within the Middle East, the lodge didn’t need an Arab group — on this occasion, the Foundation — to have its occasion on the DoubleTree,” the criticism mentioned. “This was the primary time in years that the DoubleTree had canceled an occasion in opposition to the needs of the client.”
The proprietor denied the allegations and didn’t admit legal responsibility. Attorneys for the proprietor mentioned in an announcement that the proprietor and the DOJ reached the settlement, which was reached instantly after the criticism was filed, to keep away from extended litigation.
“We are deeply dedicated to inclusivity and to fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all,” the assertion learn. “As a part of this dedication, we proceed to implement proactive measures, together with common coaching on range, fairness, and inclusion, whereas striving for steady enchancment and finest practices.”

The U.S. Department of Justice is seen on June 11, 2021, in Washington, D.C. (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
AWH Partners mentioned it has “no management, say, enter, or involvement” within the administration or operations of the lodge as a result of it’s a passive, limited-partner investor.
Under the phrases of the settlement, the lodge should difficulty an announcement inside a month to the Arab America Foundation making it clear that it welcomes all friends no matter race, colour, faith or nationwide origin.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters constructing in Washington D.C., on July 3, 2023. (Getty Images)
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The lodge should additionally undertake a written anti-discrimination coverage and make contact with a minimum of 5 Arab or Arab American teams to inform them that the lodge welcomes all members of the general public.
The settlement nonetheless have to be authorized by a federal judge.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.