Veterans Honored as U.S. Flags Fly at Half-Staff for Fallen Service Members and Public Servants
The tradition of flying U.S. flags at half-staff honors fallen service members and public servants who sacrificed for a greater cause. As Joseph Campbell noted, heroes give their lives to…
American Flag Manufacturing and Display Rules Spark New Debate in Washington
The article explores the ongoing debate over who sets the rules for manufacturing and displaying the American flag, highlighting conflicts among lawmakers and advocacy groups. These regulations spark passionate discussions…
Flags Lowered Across Multiple States After Deadly August Week of Mourning
In late August 2025, flags were lowered to half-staff across over a dozen states following a week marked by more than 150 deaths from natural disasters and violent events. In…
Utah Orders Half-Staff Honors for Firefighter Pilots Killed Battling Widemouth 2 Fire
On August 11, 2026, Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox ordered U.S. and state flags to be flown at half-staff to honor firefighter pilots who died fighting the Widemouth 2 Fire.…
Mississippi flags lowered to honor Officer Troy Floyd
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on August 13, 2024, honoring Officer Troy Floyd, who recently died in the line of duty. The official Executive…
Massachusetts flags lowered for Korean War veteran Corporal Norman Ronald Levesque
Massachusetts lowered its flags to half-staff to honor Corporal Norman Ronald Levesque, a Korean War veteran, following his recent passing. Governor Maura Healey issued the order on August 14, 2026,…
Federal Government Honors Fallen First Responders as Half-Staff Flag Orders Continue
President Biden emphasized that the sacrifice of fallen first responders will never be forgotten as the federal government continues flying flags at half-staff in their honor. This practice, authorized under…
Protesters and Veterans Clash Over Flag Etiquette at Recent Public Memorial Ceremonies
At recent public memorial ceremonies, tensions arose between veterans and protesters over flag use. Veterans insisted on traditional flag etiquette, viewing the flag as a solemn symbol requiring respect and…
Trump Administration Removes Pride Flag at Stonewall National Monument Amid Flag Policy Shift
The Trump administration replaced the vibrant Pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument with the standard U.S. flag, reflecting a new federal flag policy. This change contrasts sharply with the…
Congress Considers Good Friday Half-Staff Proposal for the American Flag
In March 2026, Representative Andy Ogles introduced the “Good Friday Act of 2026,” proposing that the American flag be flown at half-staff on Good Friday and Holy Saturday. This legislative…