Montana Governor Announces Flag Changes for Inauguration

In preparation for Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, Governor Greg Gianforte of Montana has announced that all flags at the Montana State Capitol and state buildings will be raised to full staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, January 20, 2025.

This adjustment serves as a symbolic representation of Montana's involvement in the momentous occasion of the presidential inauguration.

Unified Protocol for Observance

Governor Gianforte's decision to elevate the flags for the inauguration mirrors protocols observed in other states, signifying a collective observance of this significant national event.

Governor Brad Little of Idaho has similarly instituted this protocol in his state, showcasing a concurrent display of reverence for the importance of the presidential inauguration.

Honoring Former President Jimmy Carter

After the inauguration, flags will be lowered to half-staff for the remaining 30-day mourning period following former President Jimmy Carter's passing, a mark of respect for his life and legacy.

This decision by Governor Gianforte signifies a collective recognition of President Carter's enduring impact on the nation and memorializes his devoted service to the country.

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Gesture of Unity and Remembrance

The dual action of raising the flags to celebrate the President's inauguration and subsequently lowering them in honor of a former President embodies a spirit of unification and remembrance.

By adhering to these changes in flag protocol, both states actively partake in the national period of mourning for President Carter while also acknowledging the historical significance of the presidential inauguration.