President Trump signed an executive order directing the Justice Department to pursue prosecution of those who burn the American flag, but the order itself acknowledges the limits imposed by constitutional protections. While Trump spoke forcefully about jailing flag burners, the order concedes that the Supreme Court has ruled flag burning is protected political speech under the First Amendment. The directive instructs officials to seek prosecution only in cases where flag burning might incite violence or violate other laws, and suggests possible visa revocations or deportations for noncitizens involved. Legal experts note that the order cannot override constitutional protections, and that free speech includes the right to protest, even in ways that may offend others. The Supreme Court's precedent remains clear: flag burning as political dissent is protected, despite repeated efforts to criminalize the act.