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A Pennsylvania lawmaker sparked national debate when he was ordered off the House floor for wearing an American flag jacket, labeled a “costume” by Speaker Joanna McClinton. Davanzo defended it as patriotic attire, especially ahead of Independence Day and the nation’s 250th anniversary, arguing it was a symbol of pride—not frivolity. While some lawmakers praised his display, the Speaker’s office insisted on strict business attire to maintain decorum, citing past removals of items like oversized hats. Davanzo criticized the ruling as a distraction from Pennsylvania’s looming budget crisis and affordability struggles, questioning why the focus was on his jacket rather than the state’s urgent needs.

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