Title: Target looting draws attention to company’s history with police - Vox
Headings: Target’s history of working with police is not a good look right now
Target’s history of working with police is not a good look right now
A damaged Target in Minneapolis has shined a light on the company’s cozy programs with cops.
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Content: He pledged to rebuild the devastated store later this year, but he did not mention Target policies about working with police departments or its approaches to store security. As the George Floyd protests enter their second week, it seems evident that the unrest will continue, and we don’t know if looters will descend on Targets or Walmarts or Apple Stores or anywhere. Over the weekend in Brooklyn, however, several protesters blocked a Target entrance from would-be looters. Even if looting continues, experts say Target probably has a good insurance policy to cover the damage. Update, June 5 9:35 am: This story has been updated to include comments from a Target spokesperson. The company also provided this statement: Partnerships with law enforcement are important across the entire retail industry. For Target, our partnerships with police and first responders are central to keeping our communities, stores, team members and guests safe and secure. We understand the grave concerns that are being raised and the need for holistic change.