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What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
Accepted answers
Accepted answers
- The United States
- The flag
Explanation
The Pledge shows loyalty to the United States and the flag.
The explanation is our own study note, not official wording.
Source: USCIS, 2025 version (USCIS M-1778, 09/25)Verified Jul 23, 2026Official PDF
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