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Why an upside-down American flag was hung in Yosemite National Park

The flag was reportedly hung over the side of El Capitan as a sign of protest by Yosemite employees concerned about the recent downsizing carried out as part of the Trump administration’s cost-cutting initiatives.

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Video: Demonstrators hang upside-down American flag at Yosemite National Park

As visitors descended on Yosemite National Park to witness its iconic “Firefall” event, an upside-down American flag was hung on a park summit to protest the ongoing federal job cuts carried out by President Trump's administration.

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American Flag Flown Upside Down in Yosemite Protest

Demonstrators unfurled the flag against El Capitan to protest the Trump administration's cuts to the National Park Service.

Upside-Down US Flag Meaning: 'Distress' Signal Seen Flying Across the US

An inverted American flag, which was displayed at Yosemite National Park in February 2025, is a historic symbol of dire ...

El Capitan’s Upside-Down Flag Was A Distress Signal, And Here Is How You Can Help

Five ways you can take action today to support national parks nationwide amid the layoffs of thousands of National Park ...

‘Distress flag’ flies over Yosemite to protest cuts as crowds view firefall

Flying the American flag upside down is often done during times of distress or unrest. An American flag was hung upside down over El Capitan in Yosemite National Park over the weekend to protest the ...

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