Target Rehires Employee Fired Over 'Trust in Jesus' Nametag

The North Dakota woman was reinstated after social media backlash and a company review determined her termination violated policy.

Denise Kendrick, a Target employee in Fargo, North Dakota, was fired on November 16 for wearing a nametag reading 'Trust in Jesus' with a cross, which was deemed a dress code violation.
Kendrick stated she had been wearing faith-related apparel for months without issue and noted other employees had customized nametags with symbols like rainbows.
After widespread criticism online, Target reviewed the situation and concluded Kendrick's termination was unwarranted, offering her immediate reinstatement with an apology.
Target announced it is taking steps to address the actions of the manager involved and ensure proper enforcement of company policies in the future.
Kendrick has returned to work and confirmed she will continue to wear the nametag expressing her Christian faith.