Summary
Governors in Tennessee, Michigan, Iowa, Virginia, and Indiana have ordered flags to be flown at half-staff to honor various public servants and civil rights leaders. These orders are in remembrance of Correctional Officer Dustin Pedigo, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Delegate Barry Knight, and former U.S. Representative Lee Hamilton. The lowering of flags acknowledges their contributions and service to the community.
Key Facts
- Flags in Tennessee are lowered to honor Correctional Officer Dustin Pedigo, who died while on duty.
- Michigan and Iowa are lowering flags to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson for his work in civil rights.
- Virginia observes flag-lowering for Delegate Barry Knight, who passed away recently.
- Indiana continues to honor former U.S. Representative Lee Hamilton by keeping flags at half-staff until his burial.
- Each state has set specific dates for the flag-lowering based on the different individuals they are honoring.
