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2023-05-23 21:01:29 UTC - MISINFORMED_OR_POTENTIALLY_MISLEADING

This is false. The “tuck-friendly” swimsuits are only offered in adult sizes, according to a spokesperson and Target’s website. Kids’ swimsuit do not feature this label. the feature is substantially aimed at modesty and reducing the show-through of women’s genitalia. https://apnews.com/article/fact-check-target-swimsuits-transgender-pride-collection-892500330955 https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2023/may/23/matt-walsh/no-target-is-not-selling-tuck-friendly-swimwear-fo/

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• This is false. The “tuck-friendly” swimsuits are only offered in adult sizes, according to a spokesperson and Target’s website. Kids’ swimsuit do not feature this label. the feature is substantially aimed at modesty and reducing the show-through of women’s genitalia. https://apnews.com/article/fact-check-target-swimsuits-transgender-pride-collection-892500330955 https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2023/may/23/matt-walsh/no-target-is-not-selling-tuck-friendly-swimwear-fo/