Lady Gaga halts deal over politics

Lady Gaga has halted a partnership with the US retailer Target over politics.

According to Billboard, Target refused to promise to never back political candidates or groups believed to be anti-gay.

The singer had originally agreed to release a limited edition of 'Born This Way' if Target agreeded to increase support for the gay community.

Gaga said: 'That discussion (with Target) was one of the most intense conversations I've ever had in a business meeting.

'Our relationship is hinged upon their reform in the company to support the gay community and to redeem the mistakes they've made.'