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Trump Lays Flag-Burning Trap for the Left That Catches Some Conservatives, Too

A close reading of the president’s executive order finds he targets only cases where the incendiary act violates other laws.

President Trump holds up a signed executive order requiring the Justice Department to investigate instances of flag burning, August 25, 2025.
President Trump holds up a signed executive order requiring the Justice Department to investigate instances of flag burning, August 25, 2025. AP/Evan Vucci