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Trump Stops U.S. Embassies from Flying Pride or Black Lives Matter Flags
The Trump administration has issued a directive banning U.S. embassies and consular posts from flying any flag other than the American flag. This decision aligns with former President Donald Trump’s stance on limiting LGBTQ representation in public spaces and events.
According to a report by The Guardian, a memo titled “One Flag Policy” outlines the restriction, preventing the display of flags like the LGBTQ pride flag and the Black Lives Matter banner, which had been permitted under President Joe Biden’s administration.
During Biden’s tenure, pride flags were displayed at embassies and even at the White House during the 2023 Pride Month celebration, drawing sharp criticism from conservative groups.
The memo, now implemented, states, “Starting immediately, only the United States of America flag is authorized to be flown or displayed at U.S. facilities, both domestic and abroad, and featured in U.S. government content.”
Catholics across Benue State came together on Thursday in a heartfelt prayer walk, seeking God’s help for peace to return to the troubled region. The walk, which drew large crowds from different parishes, was marked by hymns, placards, and quiet reflection. Priests, religious groups, and lay faithful joined in solidarity as they moved through the streets.
They also prayed for the victims of the recent violence, including those killed in the attack on Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area, where many lives were lost. Those who took part in the procession spoke out about the rising insecurity and called for healing, unity, and a renewed sense of justice in the state.
The recent surprise visit to Benue State by President Bola Tinubu has stirred many reactions from the public.
It was reported that some school children who were outside were urged to welcome the president under the rain.
It was also noted that what started as a simple welcome turned into a political rally for the President and the Governor of the state.
This gained many criticisms from the public, especially online, as they shared their thoughts on the visit and the welcome. Many highlighted the fact that it was meant to be a condolence visit and not a celebratory event.
It has been reported that President Bola Tinubu just arrived to Benue State amid the violence attacks happening.
It can be recalled that the state recently through a massacre as 200 lives were lost due to the violence attacks by armed people.
No solutions has been addresses to what will happen in Benue state, till now. President Tinubu arrives to Benue state, the people now hope for a solution to be given and justice to be served.
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