Delta removes employee from social media position and changes dress code after X post calling Palestinian flag terrifying

Group 1 - Delta Air Lines issued a public apology for a social media post perceived as anti-Palestinian, which incorrectly equated the Palestinian flag with Hamas [1][2] - The airline stated that the comment made by an employee was not in line with its values and mission, and the employee has been counseled and removed from supporting Delta's social channels [1][2] - Following the incident, Delta announced that only US flag pins would be permitted on its uniforms starting Monday [2][4] Group 2 - The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) criticized the incident as an example of anti-Palestinian racism and emphasized the importance of recognizing the Palestinian flag as a symbol of national aspirations for over 7 million Palestinians [2][4] - Delta employees advocating for unionization are demanding a public apology from the airline's leadership and confirmation that flags representing different nations are allowed per policy [4]