President Donald Trump ordered US flags flown at half-staff through sunset on Sept. 14 following reports that Turning Point USA founder and conservative media figure Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon matched the move, directing Wyoming flags to half-staff statewide for the same period.
In a proclamation, Trump said the order covers the White House; all federal buildings and grounds; military posts, vessels and stations; and extends to US embassies and consulates abroad.
Wyoming reacts
- Mark Gordon:
“I and all of Wyoming condemn today’s tragic killing of Charlie Kirk… As citizens, we must reaffirm our commitment to speak openly without fear. Political violence must never be tolerated. We as a nation are diminished because of this senseless act.”
- S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis: Calling the assassination “sickening and horrific,” Lummis noted Kirk’s recent visit to the University of Wyoming to engage students. She urged full prosecution of the perpetrator and asked Wyomingites to pray for Kirk’s wife and young children.
- Secretary of State Chuck Gray: Gray called on supporters to continue advocating for American values.
“Charlie Kirk was a courageous champion of liberty who stood for the truth… his work and legacy will never be forgotten.”
Flags will remain at half-staff through Sept. 14, honoring Kirk and signaling a wider condemnation of political violence shared across party lines.
The original story by Vince Tropea for County 10.
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