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Why are US flags being flown at half-staff on Inauguration Day?

According to Biden’s proclamation, U.S. flags will be lowered for 30 days from Carter’s death, until Jan. 28. The inauguration on Jan. 20.

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Here’s what to know about why flags are lowered when a president dies, who can issue that order and how long the process lasts.

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