Trump's 'One Flag Policy' Bans Pride and BLM Flags at U.S. Facilities, Signed by Rubio

Jan 22, 2025, 08:46 AM

The Trump administration has implemented a new 'One Flag Policy' at the U.S. State Department, mandating that only the American flag be flown at U.S. facilities both domestically and abroad. This policy, effective immediately, prohibits the display of any other flags, including those associated with the Pride and Black Lives Matter movements, which were previously flown under the Biden administration. The order, signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, allows for two exceptions: the Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) emblem and the Wrongful Detainees Flag. Violators of this policy face disciplinary actions, including potential termination or reassignment. The policy reflects President Trump's broader initiative to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs from the federal government, aligning with his 'America First' foreign policy agenda.