National Anger Spills Into Target Stores, Again
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Border Patrol agents detained and forcibly pushed a Target employee into an SUV at a store in Richfield, Minnesota, sparking controversy and calls for the retailer to respond.
- Cellphone videos show the employees filming the agents, with one worker shouting "I’m a U.S. citizen!" during the incident.
- The episode has led to mixed reactions among local shoppers, with some expressing reluctance to continue supporting the store.
- Target has a history of being the focus of boycotts and political pressure related to various social issues, including racism, LGBTQ+ rights, and corporate diversity policies.
- The incident highlights the ongoing challenges Target faces amid America's polarized political climate.
