President Orders Flags Lowered for One Week to Honor Dolly Parton
President Donald Trump announced he is ordering American flags nationwide to be lowered for one week to honor country music icon Dolly Parton, who passed away in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 80. Trump described Parton as a "true…
Portland, OR, August 25, 2026 —
President Donald Trump has ordered that American flags across the nation be flown at half-staff for a period of one week. This directive is in remembrance of country music legend Dolly Parton, who recently passed away in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 80.
In a statement, President Trump characterized the passing of Dolly Parton as a “true loss.” He further described Parton as a unique and significant figure not only within the music industry but also in broader cultural contexts.
The specific details regarding the timeline and any associated ceremonies for the period of mourning were not immediately available.
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