Coast Guard Updates Hate Symbol Policy

The U.S. Coast Guard is revising its policies on hate symbols, labeling them as potentially divisive instead of widely identified with oppression or hatred. The new policy, effective December 15th, maintains a ban on the Confederate flag but does not explicitly prohibit other symbols. This change has sparked concerns from Senator Jacky Rosen, who fears it could permit hateful symbols and send the wrong message. Admiral Kevin Lunday, the acting commandant, clarifies that these symbols remain prohibited and any display will be investigated. The policy update aligns with broader Pentagon directives following a review ordered by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.