‘Volatile Circumstances’: Target Removes Some LGBTQ Displays Over Backlash, Spox Says

Retail giant Target is removing some of the LGBTQ-themed items from its stores amid backlash over apparel catering to children and trans-individuals, a spokesperson for the company says. Citing concern for its employees’ safety, Target has opted to remove certain LGBTQ items that have allegedly garnered the most negative attention in recent weeks, Reuters reported. “Since introducing this year’s collection, we’ve experienced threats impacting our team members’ sense of safety and wellbeing while at work,” the retail company said in a statement May 23. Confrontations between customers and Target employees...