Trump administration takes down rainbow flag at Stonewall National Monument
Summary
The Trump administration has removed the rainbow flag from the Stonewall National Monument in New York, which commemorates the history of LGBTQ+ rights. This decision follows new guidelines that limit which flags can be flown at national sites. Activists are upset by the removal of the flag, seeing it as a negative gesture toward LGBTQ+ recognition.Key Facts
- The Stonewall National Monument is dedicated to LGBTQ+ history and is located in Manhattan, New York.
- The rainbow flag was removed from the site recently, following new guidance on flag policies.
- This guidance only allows certain flags to be flown, including the U.S. flag, the Department of the Interior flag, and the POW/MIA flag.
- Activists argue that the removal of the flag is a symbolic attack on LGBTQ+ rights.
- The rainbow flag was first raised at the monument in 2019 as a symbol of national recognition.
- The monument was established in 2016 during President Barack Obama's administration.
- Smaller rainbow flags remain at the site, but activists continue to push for the larger flag's return.
- The Trump administration had previously made changes to the Stonewall website related to diversity policies.
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