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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ap Correspondent

Army veteran who burned flag at White House protest to have charges dropped

The Justice Department has moved to dismiss charges against an Army veteran who set an American flag alight near the White House in 2025.

Jay Carey was arrested on August 25 after the incident, which was an act of protest against an executive order issued by President Donald Trump.

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