Speaker Orders Capitol Hill Flags Raised for Inauguration
Briefly

Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to raise the Capitol flags for Trump’s inauguration defies Biden's order to honor Carter's death, reflecting a political alignment.
Trump expressed frustration over flags at half-staff during his inauguration, calling it a concern for U.S. imagery, while asserting every American's discontent with it.
Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed Biden would not alter the flag order for the inaugural ceremony, stating it will remain at half-staff in honor of Carter.
Gov. Greg Abbott announced that flags at Texas state capitol would be raised for Trump's inauguration to celebrate the incoming president while honoring Carter.
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