‘F**k the Fourth!’ Mob Torches American Flags in New York City [WATCH]

Multiple demonstrations broke out across New York City on the Fourth of July, with anti-American protesters staging flag burnings and calling for the rejection of national symbols and political leaders. The events took place in various parts of Manhattan, with video footage circulating widely on social media platforms.

In Washington Square Park, demonstrators gathered to denounce Independence Day celebrations, chanting “F*ck the Fourth!” as they burned American flags in the center of the park.

Footage published by Freedom News TV showed protesters surrounding the charred remains of red, white, and blue flags while shouting “We need a new flag” and “No justice, no peace.”

BREAKING: “F**k the 4th! We need a new flag!” chant protesters as they burn American flag in Washington Square Park in NYC pic.twitter.com/XKqE9QrsDY

— Oliya Scootercaster 🛴 (@ScooterCasterNY) July 4, 2025

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The demonstration featured signs and vocal condemnation of political figures and institutions.

Protesters also directed their ire at local and state politicians. “We reject Eric Adams. F*ck the mayor!” demonstrators chanted as they marched through the streets.

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Another chant targeted former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is currently seeking a political comeback with a mayoral campaign.

“When Cuomo lies, New Yorkers die,” protesters shouted, referencing his controversial handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, including policies involving nursing home admissions and fatalities during the early months of the crisis.

“Cuomo Lies People Die!” and “WE Reject Eric Adams! F The Mayor! ” Protesters chant marching through NYC in protest of July 4th Independence day and NYC Mayor pic.twitter.com/xJhZZNelmx

— Oliya Scootercaster 🛴 (@ScooterCasterNY) July 4, 2025

Earlier in the day, a separate demonstration occurred outside the federal courthouse at 40 Foley Square.

Protesters, dressed in black, staged what they described as a symbolic protest of mourning.

Video from the scene showed participants kneeling and engaging in prolonged, high-volume screaming as a form of resistance against what organizers called “the spectacle of sentimental patriotism and deadly militarism.”

Local videographer @ScooterCasterNY posted footage of the Foley Square demonstration to X, capturing the intense and vocal opposition from attendees.

NOW: Black-Clad Protesters Mourn America with SCREAMS Outside NYC Federal Courthouse on Independence Day

Protesters dressed in black gathered at dawn outside the Federal Courthouse at 40 Foley Square, staging a one-hour demonstration in mourning and resistance. The group circled… pic.twitter.com/y66FJUAdrx

— Oliya Scootercaster 🛴 (@ScooterCasterNY) July 4, 2025

In connection with the day’s events, an anonymous anarchist collective issued a broader call to action online.

A post shared Friday morning encouraged people across the country to join what it described as a “patriotic flag-burning competition.”

The statement, as reported by journalist Andy Ngo of The Post Millennial, urged participants to steal and burn American flags, as well as flags representing Trump, law enforcement, and other patriotic or conservative symbols.

The group, identifying itself as Wild Anarchists for the Abolition of America, used the hashtag “#CaptureandBurnTheFlag” to promote and document the planned activity.

The call to action included instructions encouraging the theft of flags from stores, homes, and government buildings, stating: “Be careful and happy flag hunting.”

An anarchist blog has put out a call to action for a competition to capture and burn any patriotic flags on July 4. They urge comrades to steal American flags, Trump flags, Blue Lives Matter flags, or any pro-law enforcement flags. They say stealing them from stores counts, but… pic.twitter.com/hagG3v9pVG

— Andy Ngo (@MrAndyNgo) July 4, 2025

Social media activity showed individuals using the hashtag to share images of burned flags and confrontational scenes at various protests.

Some users reported attempted flag thefts in residential neighborhoods in addition to public spaces.

Law enforcement agencies have not yet released statements addressing the flag burnings or the anarchist group’s online post.

New York City has seen an increase in protest activity in recent months tied to broader political and cultural flashpoints.

Demonstrations on national holidays such as Independence Day have increasingly become focal points for activists opposed to traditional displays of patriotism or national identity.

The events on July 4th drew a mix of condemnation and support across social media, with many calling for accountability over vandalism and flag theft, while others defended the actions as protected political expression.

Local officials have not commented on whether any specific security measures were implemented in response to the online calls for protest and property destruction.

The July 4th incidents follow previous demonstrations in Manhattan that featured similar messaging from anarchist and anti-government groups.

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