Because it wasnt a US flag, that's how!
It was an LGBTQ flag, lol
" ... a hate crime — a class "D" felony — third-degree harassment and reckless use of fire. Police said he stole a pride banner hanging at Ames United Church of Christ, 217 6th St., and burned it early June 11 outside Dangerous Curves Gentleman’s Club..."
Some day, these people will be coming for you too
Iowa man sentenced to 16 years for setting LGBTQ flag on fire