In a somber display of respect, flags across the United States are being flown at half-staff to honor Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, a member of the West Virginia Army National Guard who was tragically killed in a shooting incident in Washington, D.C. President Trump has issued a presidential order for flags to be lowered, recognizing the bravery and sacrifice of Beckstrom and acknowledging the family of a National Guardsman who suffered serious injuries in the attack. Various governors have followed suit, with orders coming from states such as Colorado, Iowa, and West Virginia to honor the fallen soldier. In addition to the national observance, local communities pay tribute through artistic memorials and charitable contributions in her name.