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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade

Target removes children's Halloween costume following public criticism

Target pulled a children's Halloween costume from its inventory on Monday after receiving social media backlash. The retailer issued an apology for selling the item, which critics stated featured designs resembling racist minstrel caricatures.

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Why It Matters

The decision removes a specific product from the retailer's inventory, affecting product availability for consumers and reflecting corporate response to public feedback.

Key Facts

  • Target removed a children's Halloween costume from its shelves on Monday.
  • The removal followed widespread backlash on social media.
  • Target issued an apology regarding the product.
  • Critics identified the costume's design as evoking racist minstrel caricatures.

Who's Mentioned

organizationWalmart“Company mentioned regarding DEI policy changes.”organizationMeta“Company mentioned regarding DEI policy changes.”organizationHuman Rights Campaign“Organization previously receiving DEI reports from Target.”personMonique Cullars-Doty“Minneapolis-based boycott organizer.”personJaylani Hussein“Minneapolis-based boycott organizer.”personBrian Cornell“Former CEO of Target.”personNekima Levy Armstrong“Minneapolis-based boycott organizer.”personMichael Fiddelke“Current CEO of Target.”organizationTarget“Retailer involved in the costume controversy and boycott.”personJamal Bryant“Georgia pastor and boycott organizer.”organizationMcDonald’s“Company mentioned regarding DEI policy changes.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States.”