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The Office of Governor Wes Moore

U.S. and Maryland Flags to be Lowered to Half Staff in Honor of Pope Francis

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ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced that the U.S. flag and the Maryland flag will be lowered to half staff immediately to honor the life and service of His Holiness Pope Francis. The flags will remain at half staff until sunset on the day of interment, which is not yet known.

“Pope Francis – the People’s Pope – led with humility, compassion, and love for all people,” said Gov. Moore. “His strength in spiritual leadership will live on in the hearts of the faithful. Dawn and I join Catholics across Maryland alongside the broader faith community, our country, and those all over the world who mourn his passing and honor with deep solemnity his legacy of service.”