Inauguration Day

Alabama Governor Ivey Orders Flags to Full-Staff for Inauguration, Sparking Outrage Over Disrespect for Carter

In observance of Inauguration Day on January 20th, Governor Kay Ivey has directed that all Alabama state flags, currently at half-staff for President Carter, be raised to full-staff. This action complies with federal law. Flags will return to half-staff on January 21st, continuing the 30-day mourning period for the late president. This follows similar actions by other governors, including Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

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Abbott Defies Protocol, Raises Trump Flags at Inauguration

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed that all state flags be raised to full staff on January 20th, Inauguration Day, despite the U.S. flags remaining at half-staff to honor former President Carter. This decision contrasts with other states which are adhering to the federal order to fly flags at half-staff. Abbott’s announcement cites the importance of celebrating the incoming president’s inauguration, while acknowledging the mourning period for President Carter. The differing flag protocols highlight the political divisions surrounding the upcoming inauguration.

John Q. Hosedrinker Jan 13, 2025

Inauguration Day

Alabama Governor Ivey Orders Flags to Full-Staff for Inauguration, Sparking Outrage Over Disrespect for Carter

Abbott Defies Protocol, Raises Trump Flags at Inauguration

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