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Biden sacrifices LGBTQ+ Pride flags at U.S. embassies to pass 'critical' spending bill (exclusive)

The Biden administration has agreed to ban LGBTQ+ Pride flags from flying at U.S. embassies in order to fund numerous health initiatives, including the AIDS relief plan.

GOP Rep Wants to Ban Pride Flags at Embassies

Rep. Jeff Duncan's bill would prohibit embassies from flying any flag other than the U.S. flag.

Indiana School Bans Pride Flags on Grounds They're Political

The school board president said allowing Pride flags could lead to allowing white supremacist flags -- and some students and parents are outraged.

U.S. Military Is Now Banned From Displaying the Pride Flag at Work

The Pentagon's ban on Confederate flags also includes the Pride flag, Black Lives Matter flag, and other symbols of diversity and inclusion.  

White House calls Republican spending bill’s ban on the Pride flag ‘inappropriate’

After backlash over a spending bill provision banning Pride flags at U.S. embassies, the Biden-Harris administration is emphasizing its dedication to LGBTQ+ advocacy and outlining efforts to mitigate the impact of the law.

Pride Flags Flutter Around the World After Trump Embassy Ban Ends

LGBTQ+ symbols are now flying from Bosnia-Herzegovina to Vatican City.

Florida Republican lawmaker pivots from banning Pride flags — to protecting Confederate monuments

Dubbed by critics as the “don’t display gay” bill, the legislation had advanced through a committee in the House.

California parents oust school board members who enacted anti-LGBTQ+ policy

Two members of the Orange Unified School District board have been removed by parents who opposed a policy requiring school staff to out transgender kids.

Florida Republican wants to ban Pride flags in public buildings

Randy Fine has previously introduced bills restricting drag show attendance and gender-affirming care for children.

QAnon Congresswoman: Ban Pride, 'Hate America Flags' at Embassies

Marjorie Taylor Greene, known for espousing bizarre conspiracy theories, says U.S. embassies should display the American flag only.

D.C. Dyke March Bans Rainbow Star of David Flag

The move comes two years after a controversy over the flag at the Chicago Dyke March.

Republican Lawmakers Look to Ban Pride Flags at Stonewall, Other National Sites

Republicans have begun targeting LGBTQ-related initiatives in latest round of the national budget process.

Protesters unveil giant Pride flag in response to Utah's new bill trying to ban it

Critics called the anti-Pride flag bill "blatantly unconstitutional" and "un-American."

Farmers Erect Huge Pride Flag After School Bans LGBTQ+, BLM Symbols

An Oregon couple says displaying support for queer people and POC is not a political act.

Flying the Pride flag is a gateway to ISIS, a Connecticut official claims as town passes ban

Almost immediately after coming under Republican control, a Connecticut town council has voted to ban the LGBTQ+ Pride flag at its town hall.

Surf City USA bans Pride flags

The measure requires a unanimous Huntington Beach city council vote to approve non-governmental flags.

ExxonMobil Bans Pride Flag and Others From Company Flagpoles

The Pride flag and other flags representing outside groups can still be displayed elsewhere, but some LGBTQ+ workers are outraged.

Mike Pence Defends Ban of Pride Flags on Embassy Flagpoles

"One flag should fly, and that's the American flag." 

Utah House votes down bill banning Pride flags in classrooms

Detractors said the bill was vaguely worded and violated the rights of teachers.

House Republicans Block Banning Confederate Flag from Veterans' Cemeteries

Rep. Jared Huffman called the decision an affront to victims of gun violence everywhere.

Oregon School Board Passes Motion to Ban Pride Flags, BLM Signs

School board members banned all symbols deemed "political."