Noun: A group or culture within a workplace or community predominantly made up of individuals exhibiting 'Karen-like behaviors. These individuals collectively enforce their own rules and norms, often making life inconvenient for others around them who do not conform to their expectations.
The Karen Cartel is known for its resistance to change, insistence on speaking to your supervisor, and a propensity for filing HR complaints over trivial matters.
"The Karen Cartel was on full display when the senior regional director, who I don't report to, unnecessarily involved my supervisor in a minor disagreement while attempting to micromanage me."