The Brief Starbucks clarified its policy after a petition urged the chain to add Charlie Kirk’s signature drink to menus. Starbucks has issued a statement clarifying its policy on customer names after a petition circulated online asking the company to honor Charlie Kirk by adding his favorite tea to menus. The company clarified that customers may use Charlie Kirk’s name on orders after a viral petition and TikTok video sparked debate over its cup policy. Change.org petition launched Sept. 14 urged Starbucks to honor Kirk with a menu item called "The Charlie Kirk" or "Kirk Special." What we don't know:It remains unclear whether Starbucks will directly acknowledge the petition or consider creating a named menu item in Kirk’s honor.