US retailer removes LGBT+ products after threats

Target workers faced hostility over LGBT+ products (David Zalubowski/AP)

A US retailer is removing certain items from stores and making other changes to its LGBT+ merchandise ahead of Pride month after a backlash from some customers including violent confrontations with workers.

“Since introducing this year’s collection, we’ve experienced threats impacting our team members’ sense of safety and well-being while at work,” Target said in a statement.