Sacramento congressional candidate who rejects the US flag faces challenges in election
Primary Race Update: Vann vs. Matsui Democratic Sacramento City Councilwoman Mai Vann, who faced backlash from residents for her refusal to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and turn her back on the American flag, was trailing in a heated primary race against long-time Rep. Doris Matsui as of Tuesday night. Early results indicated that Matsui […]
University of Chicago chooses not to display LGBTQ+ flag for Pride Month — and activists are furious
University of Chicago Stops Flying LGBTQ+ Flags for Pride Month The University of Chicago has made the decision to stop raising LGBTQ+ Pride flags during Pride Month for its Institute schools in the coming years. This has sparked frustration among activists who see it as a move toward institutional neutrality. Since 2022, the LGBTQ+ flag […]
Lab school at University of Chicago takes down LGBTQ pride flag due to concerns about neutrality
University of Chicago Laboratory School Removes Pride Flag The University of Chicago’s Laboratory School has decided to stop displaying the LGBTQ pride flag outside its courtyard. This move comes after university administrators concluded that flying the flag conflicts with the institution’s principle of neutrality. Interim Director Ethan Bueno de Mesquita shared the update, stating that […]
Judge decides ’86 47′ flag can remain by National Mall despite lawsuit
Federal Judge Halts Removal of Anti-Trump Flag Near National Mall A federal judge, appointed by President Obama, has issued a temporary order preventing the National Park Service from taking down an anti-Trump flag that reads “86 47” near the National Mall. This decision grants a win to progressive activist groups, despite pushback from President Trump’s […]
Trump Administration Loses Against Protest Group Displaying ’86 47′ Flag in D.C.
Federal Judge Upholds Anti-Trump Protest Permit A federal judge has determined that the National Park Service (NPS) cannot revoke a permit for an anti-Trump demonstration in Washington, D.C., despite concerns over the display of the “86 47” flag. Officials had linked the “86 47” phrase to a possible call for violence against former President Donald […]
Flag at Hoover Dam back for Memorial Day after being taken down due to desert winds
A giant American flag, expansive enough to cover a football field, was once again hoisted over the iconic Hoover Dam after being temporarily lowered for safety reasons due to strong desert winds. This impressive flag, measuring 300 feet in width and 150 feet in height, made its debut on Memorial Day as part of the […]
UC Berkeley graduate refused diploma on stage because of Palestinian flag
Educators at Berkeley denied a graduating student his diploma during the spring ceremony at the Goldman School of Public Policy because he displayed a Palestinian flag and were adamant he dispose of it first. As students crossed the stage to collect their diplomas, a video surfaced showing the moment when the student approached a faculty […]
FIFA is being sued for its decision to prohibit Iran’s pre-revolution ‘Lion and Sun’ flag at the stadiums for the 2026 World Cup.
Clashes Erupt Over FIFA’s Flag Decision Ahead of World Cup Major confrontations have sparked over FIFA’s controversial decision to comply with the Iranian government, especially in light of the upcoming 2026 World Cup in the U.S. Reports indicate that FIFA intends to prohibit the display of the Lion and Sun flag in tournament stadiums. This […]
New development in the case of a Christian lifeguard who was suspended for not participating in pride flag responsibilities
A long-standing legal dispute involving a veteran lifeguard in Los Angeles County and the county’s policy on the LGBTQ pride flag is moving toward trial. This follows a federal judge’s mixed ruling regarding claims from both parties. Capt. Jeffrey Little, who has served in the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Lifeguard Division for many years, […]
‘Folded Flag’ Music Video Pays Tribute to Fallen Soldiers and Gold Star Families
Matt Best Releases Song to Honor Fallen Service Members Matt Best, co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company (BRCC) and a former Army Ranger, has launched a new song and music video titled “Folded Flag” just in time for Memorial Day weekend. In a noteworthy move, BRCC, which was established by veterans, decided to forgo typical […]