Why are flags at half-staff?
Memorial Day, 2026. This summary is grounded in the official order and does not replace its controlling instructions.
How long will flags remain at half-staff?
- Begins
- May 27, 2026
- Ends
- See the official order for the end time
- Restoration
- Flags should return to full staff after See the official order for the end time.
Who issued the order?
The order was issued through the Federal Register.
Where does the order apply?
Nationwide
Official source
The official source controls the reason, dates, scope, and restoration timing.
Read the official United States order ↗