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US Flag Lying on Ground at White House Raises Questions

US Flag Lying on Ground at White House Raises Questions

Summary

An image showing an American flag on the ground at the White House has raised questions and concerns. President Trump had installed new flagpoles on the White House grounds, but the recent image shows the flag not being properly displayed. The White House has not commented on why the flag was on the ground.

Key Facts

  • A photo shows an American flag lying on the ground at the White House.
  • The image was taken when President Trump returned from his Mar-a-Lago residence.
  • President Trump installed two large flagpoles on the White House grounds.
  • U.S. flag code advises the flag should never touch the ground.
  • Social media users have criticized the incident, demanding an explanation.
  • Some speculate the flag fell due to the rotor wash from Marine One, but footage shows it was down earlier.
  • The White House has not provided an explanation for the incident.

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