Trump commands lowering of flags nationwide, in memoriam of Minnesota shooting casualties
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a shooting occurred at the Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis during morning Mass, marking the first week of the new school year. The incident, which took place on an unspecified date, claimed the lives of two children aged 8 and 10, and left 17 others injured.
The shooter was identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, who opened fire through the windows of the school, before apparently taking his own life shortly after the attack.
In response to the tragedy, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation on Wednesday. The proclamation orders American flags on public buildings to be flown at half-staff, and applies to military posts, naval stations, and naval vessels. The flag atop the White House was lowered in accordance with the proclamation, and the flags are to remain at half-staff until sunset on Sunday.
The proclamation states that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, as a sign of respect for the victims of the shooting. The proclamation was captured on camera as it was being implemented at the White House.
The Associated Press reported the incident, and Gray Local Media, Inc. published a report about it in 2025. The report also revealed that 14 of the injured individuals were children.
A proclamation was issued by President Trump to honor the victims of the shooting. This proclamation is effective until sunset, August 31, 2025. The police believe that after the shooting, the shooter took his own life.
This tragic event has left the community in shock and mourning. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of those affected by this senseless act of violence.
