Target removes some LGBTQ+ items after threats to workers ahead of Pride month

Target is removing some LGBTQ+ merchandise from its stores ahead of Pride month after an intense backlash from some customers. Target is removing certain items from its stores and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise nationwide ahead of Pride month, after an intense backlash from some customers, including violent confrontations with its workers. “Since introducing this year’s collection, we’ve experienced threats impacting our team members’ sense of safety and well-being while at work,” Target said in a statement Tuesday. ”Given these volatile circumstances, we are making adjustments to our...