The American flag and other national symbols - USAGov
When should you fly the U.S. flag at half-staff? Know the guidelines for displaying the flag, and learn about other national symbols.
www.usa.govI don’t have live access to current news right now. Here’s a quick guide on where to check reliable updates about the U.S. flag:
- Official guidance: The U.S. Government and veteran affairs sites (for flag-display rules and half-staff guidance) are primary sources. Look for sections like “The American flag and other national symbols” on USA.gov. This ensures you’re getting authoritative, current guidelines.[6]
- News aggregators: Major outlets often report on flag status around national days of mourning or commemorations, including any executive proclamations for half-staff. Check reputable outlets like CBS News or Time for recent coverage or timelines.[8][9]
- Flag organizations: Reputable flag retailers and flag clubs frequently publish status updates (e.g., flags being flown at half-staff or patriotic observances) on their blogs or press pages.[4][7]
If you’d like, I can search for the latest specific headlines or proclamations and summarize them with citations.