The Daily Money: Target pulls some LGBTQ items amid backlash

Target pulled some LGBTQ items from some stores after customer complaints. The merchandise has been available since early May for Pride Month in June.

Advertisement Read in browser Read in browser The Daily Money ALL THE MONEY NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW Wed May 24 2023 Paul Davidson |  Economics and Jobs Reporter Happy Hump Day! It's Paul Davidson bringing you Wednesday's headlines from The Daily Money. In the latest culture war skirmish, Target is removing some LGBTQ merchandise – rolled out for Pride Month in June – from some stores after backlash from some customers. The retail giant didn't say which items it's pulling, but among those drawing complaints were "tuck friendly" women's swimsuits that allow trans women who haven't had gender-affirming surgery to conceal male genitals. Some Target stores, mostly in the rural South, were trying to avoid a "Bud Light situation ," a reference to the criticism against parent company Anheuser-Busch after it featured transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney in a promotional campaign, according to Fox News. Target is pulling some LGBTQ merchandise from some stores. Getty Images Netflix cracks down on password sharing Netflix is clamping down on customers who go a bit too far in sharing their accounts with friends or relatives. Only people who live under the same roof can share accounts, the popular streaming company said. If you want to share with someone who doesn't live with you, you can transfer their profile to a new membership or share your account for an additional $8 monthly fee. That's a bit cheaper than the basic ad-free plan, which costs $10 a month. My colleague Jessica Guynn offers guidance on how to figure out who's actually using your log-in and how to have that tough conversation with family and friends who aren't making the cut. 📰More stories you shouldn't miss📰 The great housing inventory divide: Low supplies of existing homes spark new construction Musk's Twitter tries to recapture political spotlight post Trump: Billionaire Twitter owner to have unscripted conversation with DeSantis When will inflation slow down? Here's what to know about where consumer prices are headed. Each weekday, The Daily Money delivers the best consumer news from USA TODAY. We break down financial news and provide the TLDR version: how decisions by the Federal Reserve, government and companies impact you. Ford reverses plan for AM radio on new vehicles After backlash from consumers, electric officials and broadcasters, Ford vows to keep AM radio in its vehicles. What about other manufacturers? READ MORE Advertisement Ford ranking on auto study a 'shock,' analyst says A 2023 study based on confidential feedback of suppliers providing billions of dollars in materials to automakers is revealed. READ MORE Climate change needs carbon emissions cut. Which US companies do it best? America's Climate Leaders list, according to USA TODAY and Statista, recognizes companies' efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. READ MORE What jobs are least impacted by a recession? Some kinds of jobs are less likely to be impacted by a recession than others. Here's what U.S. workers should know. READ MORE Windows Copilot: Here's everything you need to know about the launch With Windows Copilot launching soon, AI applications are quickly moving from the cloud directly onto our devices. Here's what that means for you. READ MORE Why employees came before passengers for United Airlines' former CEO Our columnist had a chance to speak with Oscar Munoz about his new book and the state of air travel for C-SPAN. Here are excerpts from that chat. READ MORE United adds flights, previews expansion at world's 3rd-busiest airport Denver International Airport, the world's third-busiest airport, is getting a boost in United Airlines flights. READ MORE TSA PreCheck perks expanded to include teens Previously TSA PreCheck perks only covered kids age 12 and under, when traveling with enrolled parents or guardians. READ MORE 7 coastal towns perfect for a family vacation Many of the best coastal towns in the U.S. have idyllic downtowns, along with cultural spots with educational programs and workshops for kids. READ MORE France bans short domestic flights. Here's why. A new law in France bans short domestic flights in favor for the high-speed rail as the country seeks to cut down on emissions. READ MORE Advertisement Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •   Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •   Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •  Privacy Notice  •   Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback