More than 200 LGBTQ+ groups angered by Target store’s decision to pull Pride merchandise from shelves are demanding the company denounce extremists and restock all Pride merchandise in stores and online. The Human Rights Campaign, along with GLAAD, GLSEN, and other groups, released a statement asking Target and other businesses like Anheuser-Busch to reject and speak out against anti-LGBTQ+ extremism going into Pride Month. More than 200 other progressive and LGBTQ+ organizations signed on to the statement, which argued that showing support for their community was good for business. The organizations laid out a three-part demand that calls on Target to restock all Pride merchandise both in stores and online, ensure the safety of Target employees, and release a statement reaffirming their commitment to the LGBTQ+ community within 24 hours. Target displays LGBTQ+ themed apparel annually leading into June. However, the retail giant came under increased scrutiny after consumers noticed stores selling tuck-friendly women's bathing suits for transgender people and Pride apparel for children and infants. The company responded to widespread backlash over the Pride merchandise by moving some Pride products to less prominent sections of the store and removing other merchandise altogether. Target has released a statement that states, "Our focus now is on moving forward with our continuing commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community and standing with them as we celebrate Pride Month and throughout the year." #Queer Up Business