President Trump Orders Flags to Fly at Half Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

President Donald Trump ordered U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff as a tribute to Pope Francis, who died yesterday at age 88. The move marks a gesture of respect amid a complex history between the two leaders.The proclamation, signed during the White House Easter Egg Roll, directed flags at federal buildings, military posts, and U.S. embassies to remain lowered until sunset on the day of the pontiff’s interment.“As a mark of respect for the memory of His Holiness Pope Francis,” Trump stated, p