Target Caves To Bigots, Pulls Some Pride Merch From Store Following Threats
Target announced it will be removing certain items from its stores and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise selection and store displays across the nation in response to backlash from some customers, which has included violent encounters with Target employees.
Target released a statement on Tuesday, stating, “Since the introduction of this year’s collection, our team members have experienced threats that have affected their sense of safety while at work.
In light of these volatile circumstances, we are making adjustments to our plans, which include removing items that have been at the center of the most significant confrontational behavior.” Although Target has not disclosed the specific items being removed, notable attention has been drawn to “tuck-friendly” women’s swimsuits, designed to allow transgender women who have not undergone gender-affirming procedures to feel comfortable concealing their private parts.
Additionally, designs by Abprallen, a London-based company specializing in occult- and satanic-themed LGBTQ+ clothing and accessories, have faced backlash.
