Companies

12.4 NOT

Depop

Depop is a peer-to-peer social shopping marketplace focused on buying and selling second-hand fashion. Founded in 2011, the platform is known for resale apparel and fashion discovery.

Website https://www.depop.com/

Updated Apr 08, 2026

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Policy Action

Jun 10, 2020

Not MAGA
6 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Commitment to DEI and Anti-Racism Action Plan

Following the 2020 social justice protests, Depop published a formal Anti-Racism Plan , committing to internal diversity quotas, inclusive marketing, and supporting Black-owned businesses on the platform.

Latest Development

Affiliation

Feb 18, 2026

Not MAGA
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Acquisition by eBay (2026)

In February 2026, eBay announced the acquisition of Depop from Etsy for $1.2 billion. eBay's corporate PAC and leadership have historically maintained a balanced but often moderate-to-liberal leaning on trade and digital tax issues.

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Public Statement

Jun 01, 2024

Not MAGA
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85% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Support for LGBTQ+ Rights and Pride Initiatives

Depop consistently promotes LGBTQ+ sellers and partners with organizations like GLAAD for Pride Month, utilizing its platform to advocate for gender-affirming care and queer visibility.

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Affiliation

Feb 18, 2026

Not MAGA
5 Weight Impact on the score.
90% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Acquisition by eBay (2026)

In February 2026, eBay announced the acquisition of Depop from Etsy for $1.2 billion. eBay's corporate PAC and leadership have historically maintained a balanced but often moderate-to-liberal leaning on trade and digital tax issues.

Notes: Parent company alignment affects the subsidiary's political footprint.

Agent rationale

While eBay is a broad marketplace, its corporate lobbying often focuses on globalism and open trade, which can conflict with MAGA protectionist 'America First' trade policies.

Sources

  1. AP News (Feb 18, 2026)

    Online seller eBay to buy secondhand fashion marketplace Depop from Etsy for $1.2B in cash.

Donations

Nov 05, 2024

Not MAGA
3 Weight Impact on the score.
90% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Etsy PAC Contributions (Former Parent)

During Depop's tenure as an Etsy subsidiary (2021-2026), Etsy's PAC and employees predominantly donated to Democratic candidates and committees, including the Biden-Harris campaign.

Notes: Employee and PAC donation trends provide a proxy for the corporate political environment.

Agent rationale

While Depop itself doesn't have a US PAC, its parent company's donation profile during its ownership period was overwhelmingly tilted toward Democrats.

Sources

  1. OpenSecrets (Dec 31, 2024)

    Etsy Inc. political contributions for the 2024 cycle show a strong preference for Democratic candidates.

Public Statement

Jun 01, 2024

Not MAGA
4 Weight Impact on the score.
85% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Support for LGBTQ+ Rights and Pride Initiatives

Depop consistently promotes LGBTQ+ sellers and partners with organizations like GLAAD for Pride Month, utilizing its platform to advocate for gender-affirming care and queer visibility.

Notes: Cultural alignment with LGBTQ+ advocacy is generally viewed as 'anti-MAGA' in the current US political climate.

Agent rationale

The company's active promotion of LGBTQ+ causes and partnerships with advocacy groups like GLAAD places it in the progressive cultural camp.

Sources

  1. Depop Newsroom (Jun 01, 2024)

    This Pride, we’re celebrating the LGBTQ+ community on Depop and supporting the work of GLAAD.

Miscellaneous

Jan 01, 2024

Neutral
2 Weight Impact on the score.
70% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Platform Neutrality on Political Merchandise

Depop allows the sale of political merchandise from across the spectrum, including MAGA hats and Trump-related vintage items, provided they do not violate hate speech policies.

Notes: This reflects a marketplace neutrality rather than a political endorsement.

Agent rationale

The presence of MAGA gear on the platform is a result of its peer-to-peer nature rather than corporate support, indicating a neutral stance on user-generated commerce.

Sources

  1. Depop Marketplace (Mar 12, 2026)

    Search results for 'MAGA' show various items listed by independent sellers.

Policy Action

Jun 10, 2020

Not MAGA
6 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Commitment to DEI and Anti-Racism Action Plan

Following the 2020 social justice protests, Depop published a formal Anti-Racism Plan, committing to internal diversity quotas, inclusive marketing, and supporting Black-owned businesses on the platform.

Notes: This aligns with progressive corporate social justice frameworks often opposed by the MAGA movement.

Agent rationale

Depop's explicit adoption of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and anti-racism frameworks is a high-signal indicator of alignment with progressive/liberal corporate values, which typically contrast with MAGA policy priorities.

Sources

  1. Depop Newsroom (Jun 10, 2020)

    We are committed to becoming an anti-racist organization. This plan outlines our immediate and long-term actions to support the Black community.