The Daily Money: Target slammed after pulling LGBTQ items

Target is grappling with fallout from its decision to remove some LGBTQ merchandise following conservative backlash

Advertisement Read in browser Read in browser The Daily Money ALL THE MONEY NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW Thu May 25 2023 Paul Davidson |  Economics and Jobs Reporter LGBTQ groups condemned Target's recent decision to remove or relocate items celebrating the LGBTQ community following a conservative backlash. Community Marketing & Insights, an LGBTQ market research firm, found that seven in 10 LGBTQ+ adults are more likely to patronize a business that advertises to their community. Target's move came after critics posted videos of attacks on LGBTQ Pride displays and confrontations with employees in Target stores ahead of Pride Month. The trouble started in April after Anheuser-Busch featured transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney in a promotional campaign and Mulvaney highlighted that on Instagram. The backlash gave birth to a moniker, "BudLighting." The Human Rights Campaign, the nation's largest LGBTQ advocacy group, accused the beer giant of caving to political pressure. A Target sign in Nashville, Tennessee George Walker IV, AP Those shifty eyes The eyes have it. The new BMW 5-series sedan lets drivers change lanes just by looking at the side-view mirror. The first-of-its kind "active lane change assistant," will be available in October, the German automaker said. While a motorist is driving, the vehicle suggests a lane change that the driver can confirm by looking at the corresponding side mirror. The new system lets drivers go long distances without having their hands on the steering wheel as long as they keep a "close eye" on traffic, BMW said. The new BMW 5-series sedan. DANIEL KRAUS, DANIEL KRAUS 📰More stories you shouldn't miss📰 Weight loss startup Noom launches new program: It prescribes new weight loss drugs like Wegovy Netflix has lowered the boom on password sharing: What you should do now Peloton says it's more than just a bike company: Expands to include free membership 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. Vehicle cybersecurity gets boost from Defense Department The University of Detroit Mercy is leading a consortium of academic institutions focused on boosting vehicle cybersecurity. READ MORE Advertisement Social Security is in the spotlight. What is it? What is Social Security and how does it work? The program that serves about 70 million Americans is in the spotlight because of debt ceiling, solvency READ MORE A Social Security card is key for jobs, aid and more. How to get one. To get a job, loan, bank account or benefits, you'll likely need a Social Security card. Here's how you can get one. READ MORE A June pause in interest rate hikes could be close call for Fed Federal Reserve officials were split over whether to pause their aggressive campaign of interest rate hikes in June READ MORE How to apply for Social Security How to apply for Social Security for the first time. Here are some basics READ MORE How much do you need to retire? Tips for saving for the next chapter Here's how you can set yourself up financially to make the most out of your post-career years. READ MORE Why Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin are falling today Some investors are now starting to walk back their beliefs about interest rate cuts later this year. READ MORE How do AirTags work? Your guide to WiFi, distance and location detection. Apple AirTags track your items to find precise and estimated locations in the "Find My" app. Here's how they use crowdsourced location data to do it. READ MORE Streaming services that still allow password sharing Netflix password sharing is officially ending in the United States. Here's what to know and other streaming services you can use instead. READ MORE Save money on your Hawaii hotel by trying these activities Hotels in Hawaii participate in a program that incentivizes visitors to give back to the community and get a discount in return. 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