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Long Island Man Sues for $25M Over Flag Dispute

3/29/2026

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  • Michael Wasserman, a Long Island man, rejected a $50,000 settlement offer from the Long Beach City Council over pro-Trump flags on his cars.
  • He argues the city's order to remove the flags violates his First Amendment rights.
  • Wasserman has filed a lawsuit seeking $25 million and at least $100,000 to donate to charity.
  • He says the case is frustrating but about principle and remains determined despite the settlement offer.