Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88

 

President Trump Orders Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Pope Francis

President Donald Trump has ordered all American flags to be flown at half-staff starting Monday in honor of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88.

The announcement followed a message Trump posted on Truth Social, where he wrote: “Rest in Peace, Pope Francis! May God bless him and all who loved him!”

Speaking from the White House, Trump said, “I just signed an executive order putting the flags of our country—federal and state—at half-staff in honor of Pope Francis. He was a good man, worked hard, and loved the world. It’s an honor to do that.”

A proclamation from the White House reads:

“As a mark of respect for the memory of His Holiness Pope Francis, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on the day of interment.”

The directive also extends to all U.S. embassies, consulates, and military facilities abroad.

Trump made the announcement during his appearance at the White House’s annual Easter Egg Roll. He also reflected on the importance of Easter, saying, “Easter is special. It’s one of our favorite times of the year, a time to honor Jesus Christ. And we’re going to honor Him powerfully—not just now, but throughout our lives.”

He added, “We’re bringing religion back to America. That’s why you’re seeing the energy and the spirit across the country—it’s a movement.”