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Tonight on 'Closer Look': Newmarket has joined the likes of Barrie and Mississauga in removing all Stars and Stripes from municipal arenas — a strong but symbolic gesture in the face of Trump's tariffs.

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On tonight's episode: Flag flap.

The Town of Newmarket became the latest Ontario community to remove U.S. flags from municipal arenas — a form of protest against President Donald Trump's punishing trade war. Cities like Barrie and Mississauga have already taken down the Stars and Stripes.

Newmarket Mayor John Taylor said the move is ultimately a "symbolic action" and that people are welcome to have differing opinions.

“It feels awkward to even broach the topic,” he said. “But also on the other side of the coin, there’s already a lot of people suffering."

SEE: Newmarket to take 'symbolic action' of removing U.S. flags at arenas

Should other Ontario communities follow suit? Will removing U.S. flags make even the slightest bit of difference?

NewmarketToday reporter Joseph Quigley joins us tonight with his thoughts. You can read his latest coverage HERE.

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