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Trump orders flags to half staff for Pope Francis. What are the rules for the US flag

President Donald Trump on Monday, April 21, ordered flags to be flown at half-staff as a “mark of respect for the memory” for Pope Francis, who died earlier Monday in Vatican City, Italy. "Rest in Peace Pope Francis! May God Bless him and all who loved him!," Trump said Monday in a Truth Social post.

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Trump orders flags to be lowered to half-staff after the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88 on Monday, April 21 after a final appearance at St. Peter's Square following Easter Mass.

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Why are flags flying at half-staff in Tennessee? Death of Pope Francis prompts period of mourning

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website, flags are flown at half-staff on scheduled holidays and events in the United States. Flags are also flown at half-staff during periods of mourning, which are often announced via decrees from the President or Governor.

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Why Are Flags At Half-Mast in US Today, This Week?

All federal and state flags will be flown at half-staff this week in honor of Pope Francis ahead of his funeral on Saturday.

Why are flags at half-staff in Michigan? Here's what to know

American flags are at half-staff in Michigan in honor of Pope Francis, who died April 21, 2025, at 88 years old. Here's what ...

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Why are flags at half-staff in Arizona? Here's what to know after passing of Pope Francis

Flags were ordered to be flown at half staff in Arizona on Monday, April 21, 2025. Here's why and the difference between half ...

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Why are the flags flying at half-staff this week in Wisconsin?

U.S. flags typically fly at half-staff in the wake of national tragedies or after deaths of government officials, military members or first responders. They also fly at half-staff on Memorial ...

Why are flags flying at half-staff in South Carolina?

S.C. flags will be flown at half-staff from April 21 until sunset on the day of Pope Francis' interment. McMaster ordered ...

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