The design of the Palestinian flag is directly derived from the flag of the 1916-1918 Arab Revolt. At that time, Arab leaders allied with the British against the Ottoman Empire. The new banner was intended to serve as a unifying symbol for the Arab forces rising against Ottoman rule.

When Donald Trump takes office again, there will be protests. Flags will be waved: rainbow LGBTQ Pride flags; black, white green, and red Palestinian flags; black and white BLM flags — symbols representing every corner of the progressive movement.

An official explanation has been given after an image went viral that appeared to show the Stars and Stripes lying on the South Lawn.