Clemson trustees call for removing Confederate flag

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — The Clemson University board of trustees has joined the chorus of South Carolina officials calling for removal of the Confederate flag from the Statehouse grounds in Columbia.

The board on Monday unanimously passed a resolution calling for the flag to be removed and taken to a location suitable for displaying an historic symbol.

A survey of lawmakers by the Post and Courier of Charleston, the South Carolina Press Association and The Associated Press shows there is enough legislative support to remove the flag if all supporters vote.

On Saturday, a black activist removed the flag but it was raised a short time later. And on Monday one man was arrested on the Statehouse grounds following a dispute between flag supporters and those who want it lowered.