Trump AdministrationPentagon Bans Confederate Flag From Military Bases00CopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSavePrintIn this July 10, 2020, file photo Defense Secretary Mark Esper speaks during a briefing on counternarcotics operations at U.S. Southern Command in Doral, Fla. Evan Vucci/AP PhotoZachary StieberSenior Reporter7/17/2020|Updated: 7/17/2020The Department of Defense has banned the display of Confederate flags from military bases and other installations.Secretary of Defense Mark Esper said in a memo issued to members of the military on Friday that only certain flags are allowed to be flown.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentZachary StieberSenior ReporterZachary Stieber is a senior reporter for The Epoch Times based in Maryland. He covers U.S. and world news. Contact Zachary at [email protected]Author’s Selected ArticlesRFK Jr. Says Officials Exploring Feasibility of Breaking Up MMR VaccineOct 29, 2025FDA Says It’s Eliminating Requirements for Generic Versions of Expensive DrugsOct 29, 2025Obamacare Premiums Set to Soar Ahead of Open EnrollmentOct 29, 2025Virginia Announces Alternative Food Stamp Program as SNAP Deadline LoomsOct 29, 2025Related Topicsconfederate flagMark esper
