India, May 16 -- Flags are at half-staff in several American states, including Washington, Alabama, Texas, and South Carolina, on Thursday. Locals posted photos of flags, wondering why they are at half-staff today. Here's the reason.

Earlier this week, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation designating May 15, 2025, as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 11 through May 17, 2025, as Police Week.

The proclamation, published by the White House, honors the nation's law enforcement officers, recognizing their courage, sacrifice, and critical role in ensuring public safety. It calls on Americans to observe these occasions with appropriate ceremonies and activities to pay tribute to officers who have died or been disabled in the line of ...