US EditionTrump signs orders ending cashless bail, making flag burning illegal
President Trump signed orders to end cashless bail, targeting jurisdictions with increased violent crime rates after bail elimination, and to prosecute flag desecration linked to inciting violence.
- President Donald Trump signed an executive order to enforce laws against flag desecration and promote respect for the American flag, citing its sacredness to the nation.
- The order directs federal agencies to enforce laws relating to flag desecration when linked to violence or property destruction.
- Trump emphasized that the order aims to restore national unity and patriotism while leading to potential legal challenges regarding free speech.
- The executive order also proposes to deny immigration benefits to foreign nationals who desecrate the flag under certain circumstances.
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