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Utah Governor Calls Pride Flag Ban 'Dumb' Amid Controversy

6/11/2025

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Utah Governor Spencer Cox slammed the Pride flag controversy as "dumb," as the GOP-led legislature enacted HB77 to ban Pride flags in public areas. In a bold move, Salt Lake City altered the Pride flag to sidestep the ban. Meanwhile, Rep. Trevor Lee, the bill's sponsor, warned of stricter measures against taxpayer-funded groups showcasing Pride symbols, igniting First Amendment debates.

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Utah Governor Spencer Cox slammed the Pride flag controversy as "dumb," as the GOP-led legislature enacted HB77 to ban Pride flags in public areas. In a bold move, Salt Lake City altered the Pride flag to sidestep the ban. Meanwhile, Rep. Trevor Lee, the bill's sponsor, warned of stricter measures against taxpayer-funded groups showcasing Pride symbols, igniting First Amendment debates.