The flag is flying at half-mast today to honor the victims of a mass shooting that occurred on August 27, 2025, at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The shooting resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to at least 17 others. By presidential order from Donald J. Trump, U.S. flags are flown at half-staff nationwide through August 31, 2025, as a symbol of mourning for this tragic event.