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President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order that mandates prosecution of those caught burning the American flag as a form of intimidation, a practice described by the White House as "uniquely offensive and provocative."

"My Administration will act to restore respect and sanctity to the American Flag and prosecute those who incite violence or otherwise violate our laws while desecrating this symbol of our country, to the fullest extent permissible under any available authority," the order says .

Leading up to Monday's order, viral instances of public flag burning have become much more prominent. Below is a list of several recent flag burnings.

TRUMP TO CRACK DOWN ON FLAG BURNING, DESECRATION WITH EXECUTIVE

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