The Great American State Fair has faced significant backlash after a Confederate flag was displayed at a North Carolina exhibit. The controversial image sparked outrage among visitors and prompted North Carolina Governor Josh Stein to demand its removal. Advocacy groups also condemned the display, leading organizers to take down the flag image following the public outcry. Despite efforts to promote the fair, many attendees were shocked by the presence of the flag, resulting in a firestorm of criticism and a video featuring the flag being removed.