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Target says it's sorry for selling an 'offensive' Halloween clown costume
Target apologized after pulling an "offensive" kids' Halloween costume following backlash on social media. Critics likened the product to racist depictions and Jim Crow-era caricatures, leading Target to apologize for the deeply hurtful item. This controversy is part of a pattern of retailers facing criticism over problematic costumes.
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