Not all U.S. state flags are created equal—some have become flashpoints for political, cultural, and historical controversy.

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Flags are flying at half-staff across several states on Friday and into ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Flags have been ordered lowered to half‑staff on Friday and into the ...

There are five designated days when the U.S. flag is flown at half-staff throughout the United States. The president and Florida's governor also can order flags to be flown at half-staff. There are ...