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OUTRAGEOUS: Schumer Pushes Bill to Give PRIDE FLAG Same Status as American Flag

Gary FranchiFebruary 16, 2026101 views
OUTRAGEOUS: Schumer Pushes Bill to Give PRIDE FLAG Same Status as American Flag
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In a stunning display of misplaced priorities, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is pushing legislation to give the Pride flag the same official status as the American flag and military service flags—a direct response to President Trump's restoration of proper flag protocols at federal facilities.

The radical proposal comes after the Trump administration rightfully removed the Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument earlier this month, following an internal Department of Interior memo that restored traditional flag display standards across federal properties.

Think about this for a moment, Patriots: While hardworking Americans are struggling with inflation, border security, and real issues that matter, Schumer and his fellow Democrats are obsessing over giving a political symbol the same reverence as Old Glory and the flags that honor our fallen heroes.

Trump Administration Restores Sanity

The President's move to clean house at federal facilities represents exactly the kind of common-sense leadership Americans voted for. No longer will woke ideology be forced down the throats of taxpayers who fund these public spaces.

The Department of Interior's directive simply restored the longstanding tradition of flying the American flag as the primary symbol at our national monuments and federal buildings—as it should be.

"We're not going to apologize for putting America First and restoring respect for our national symbols," a senior administration official told reporters.

But instead of focusing on securing our border or cutting government waste, Schumer is doubling down on the very identity politics that got Democrats crushed in 2024.

Democrats Never Learn

This latest stunt perfectly encapsulates why voters rejected the Democrat agenda so decisively. While President Trump is delivering on promises to make America great again, Democrats are still playing games with rainbow flags and virtue signaling.

The American people see right through this political theater. They want leaders who will fight for jobs, security, and prosperity—not politicians who waste time trying to elevate partisan symbols to the same level as the flag our veterans died defending.

Will Schumer's radical base force moderate Democrats to walk the plank on this ridiculous legislation? Patriots are watching, and they'll remember in 2026.

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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OldSchoolAmericanVerifiedjust now
I served 20 years in the military and took an oath to defend the flag that represents this great nation. This proposal is a slap in the face to every veteran who served with honor.
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ConstitutionFirstVerifiedjust now
Can someone explain what 'same status' actually means in legal terms? Are we talking about flag code requirements or something else entirely?
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FreedomRings1776Verifiedjust now
Wake up America! This is how it starts.
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SmallTownValuesVerifiedjust now
Absolutely unhinged. The American flag is a symbol of unity for ALL Americans, not just one group.
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RedStateRealistVerifiedjust now
Exactly! One nation, under God, INDIVISIBLE.
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TaxpayerFirstVerifiedjust now
Meanwhile we have a border crisis, inflation through the roof, and THIS is what Schumer is focused on? Get your priorities straight!
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PatriotMom47Verifiedjust now
This is absolutely disgraceful! The American flag represents the blood, sweat, and tears of generations who fought for our freedom. How dare they try to elevate any other symbol to that sacred level.
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VeteranDadVerifiedjust now
Couldn't agree more. My grandfather didn't storm Normandy for this nonsense.