Controversy Over Flag Raising for Trump's Inauguration

Governors across the United States, including those from Nevada, Ohio, West Virginia, and other states, have ordered flags to be temporarily raised to full-staff on January 20th for the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. This move is in recognition of Trump's second non-consecutive term, amid an ongoing 30-day mourning period for former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29th. Flags have been flying at half-staff across the country following President Joe Biden's directive to honor Carter's memory. After Inauguration Day, flags will be lowered back to half-staff until January 28th. The decision to raise flags has been met with some controversy, as Trump expressed dissatisfaction with flags remaining at half-staff during his swearing-in. States such as California, Florida, and Texas are following similar protocols, while some states, like Oregon, have chosen to keep flags lowered as per Biden's proclamation.