Legal Action and Background
's Attorney General filed a lawsuit against Target, alleging the retailer misled investors by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that harmed sales and shareholders.
The lawsuit, citing violations of the , comes after Target's DEI efforts, including LGBTQ+ merchandise for , sparked controversy and led to a backlash.
Political and Corporate Responses
Uthmeier, appointed by Republican Gov. , aims to pursue corporate reform, criticizing companies for promoting what he terms "radical leftist ideology" at the expense of financial returns.
Target, which has recently scaled back its DEI initiatives, has not publicly responded to the lawsuit. The case reflects broader attacks on DEI policies by conservative activists and some brands.