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Federal Judge Upholds Hamtramck's LGBTQ+ Flag Ban

9/11/2025

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A federal judge upheld Hamtramck, Michigan's ban on LGBTQ+ flags on public property.
U.S. District Judge David Lawson dismissed a lawsuit, stating the ban does not violate the Constitution.
The city council's June 2023 vote allows only five flags, excluding Pride flags.
Opponents argue the ban infringes on free speech, but Lawson clarified it applies to all private flags.
Mayor Amer Ghalib stated the policy seeks neutrality and adherence to the rule of law.

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A federal judge upheld Hamtramck, Michigan's ban on LGBTQ+ flags on public property.
U.S. District Judge David Lawson dismissed a lawsuit, stating the ban does not violate the Constitution.
The city council's June 2023 vote allows only five flags, excluding Pride flags.
Opponents argue the ban infringes on free speech, but Lawson clarified it applies to all private flags.
Mayor Amer Ghalib stated the policy seeks neutrality and adherence to the rule of law.