Flags Fly at Half-Staff Following Death of Charlie Kirk
Orem, UT – Flags across the United States are being flown at half-staff today and throughout the weekend in mourning following the death of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk. The 31-year-old was fatally shot on September 10th while hosting an event at Utah Valley University in orem, Utah.
President Donald Trump ordered the flag lowering via his Truth Social platform, stating, “In honor of Charlie Kirk, a truly Great American Patriot, I am ordering all American Flags throughout the United States lowered to Half-Mast until Sunday evening at 6 p.m.”
The shooting has drawn widespread condemnation from officials and figures across the political spectrum,highlighting the shock and grief surrounding Kirk’s sudden death.
The practice of flying flags at half-staff – also known as half-mast – is a longstanding tradition signifying mourning and respect for the deceased. It’s a visual symbol of national sorrow observed in many countries around the world.
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