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Elon Musk called for ban on pride flag in schools? No, that's satire | Fact check

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There is no evidence Musk advocated for a ban on pride flags in schools.

Claim originated on satirical account Musk , who has an estranged transgender daughter, has said he was “tricked” into agreeing to her gender-affirming care procedures.

There are no credible news reports about Musk calling for such a ban.

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