Summary
American flags across the United States are flying at half-staff in remembrance of several events. This includes honoring those killed in the Pearl Harbor attack 84 years ago and recent victims of shootings and significant community figures. President Trump has ordered flags to be lowered in memory of Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, who was killed near the White House.
Key Facts
- Flags across the U.S. are lowered for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, honoring those who died in the attack on December 7, 1941.
- President Trump ordered flags at half-staff to honor Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, who was killed near the White House.
- California is flying flags at half-staff after a shooting at a children's party in Stockton.
- Michigan lowered flags to honor former State Representative Fred Durhal Jr.
- Maryland and St. Mary's County lowered flags in tribute to Shelby P. Guazzo.
- West Virginia ordered flags to honor Staff Sergeant Wolfe and Specialist Beckstrom, with a statewide moment of silence.
- Connecticut is flying flags at half-staff in memory of Representative Kevin Ryan who passed away.
