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Following the guilty verdict against former President Donald Trump in a New York trial, supporters across the country have been flying the American flag upside down as a sign of protest. The inverted flag, which has a long history of being used as a distress signal or a symbol of opposition, has been shared by prominent figures such as Donald Trump Jr., Lara Trump, and Marjorie Taylor Greene. Some social media users have also used the hashtag “RIP America” and referenced the fall of the Roman Empire in response to the verdict.

The ‘rising sun’ symbol, representing the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), has been an integral part of the party’s identity for over 65 years. Initially recognized as a free symbol, it became synonymous with the DMK in 1958, becoming the party’s official symbol after their performance in the 1957 election. Over the years, the symbol has gained immense popularity, with efforts made by the DMK to spread its reach through various means such as songs and art forms. The symbol remains a strong representation of the party and is now recognized by people all over the state, thanks to the party’s efforts over the years to promote and popularize it.