Target faces renewed backlash after stocking Halloween costume with 'minstrel show features'

Retailer Target pulled a children's Halloween costume from its shelves Monday after widespread social media backlash, apologizing for selling a garment critics said evoked racist minstrel caricatures.

Target faces renewed backlash after stocking Halloween costume with 'minstrel show features'

TL;DR

  • Target removed a children's Halloween costume.
  • The costume faced widespread social media backlash.
  • Critics claimed the garment evoked racist minstrel caricatures.
  • Target apologized for selling the costume.