A Hanukkah gift from Bloomingdale’s contained a "Free Palestine" note, sparking backlash and an internal probe.

A New York woman said a Hanukkah gift from Bloomingdale’s included a handwritten "Free Palestine" note, prompting an internal investigation. The note was found inside packaging with holiday pajamas, upsetting the recipient and her boyfriend, who felt the message ruined a meaningful holiday moment. Bloomingdale’s called the note an "unauthorized and unacceptable act," apologized, issued a refund, and said it’s reviewing fulfillment processes. The incident drew criticism from Jewish leaders and sparked debate over political messaging in commercial gifts. No further details about the note’s origin have been released.