I looked through the images over the years and there were many times he was speaking in front of a flag with gold fringe.
Obviously there are many without but even in 2017 he had on in his office.
I’m holding the line frens but I like logic and research and this one lead seems to be a dud
PLEASE correct me if I’m wrong. If anyone can do it, you flagfags can.
I think you are right as far as historically the fringe is used for often and for different applications. There might be some actual truth to it but right now and in recent past it doesn’t seem to signify anything of real significance. Our swear in ceremonies for the military have used fringed flags for at least 7 years. They are currently on display at MEPS Swear in room.