Proclamation 10995—Honoring the Memory of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, West Virginia Army National Guard
Issued 2025-12-04 by Donald J. Trump
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This executive action, a proclamation issued by President Donald J. Trump, honors the memory of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom from the West Virginia Army National Guard. The proclamation directs that flags be flown at half-staff for a specific period – until sunset on December 4, 2025 – at locations including the White House, public buildings, military posts and naval stations, U.S. embassies, and other facilities both in the United States and its territories, as well as on naval vessels.
This action primarily affects people who would see the flags displayed at half-staff, including government employees, military personnel, and members of the public. It is a ceremonial observance intended to bring national attention to honoring Specialist Beckstrom’s memory.
The proclamation falls within the executive tradition of issuing ceremonial proclamations, which do not create new laws or require congressional approval. It simply expresses the President’s sentiment and aims to raise awareness about Specialist Beckstrom's service.
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Constitutional Analysis
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This proclamation designates "Honoring the Memory of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, West Virginia Army National Guard" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to honoring the memory of specialist sarah beckstrom. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations since George Washington, and they fall squarely within the executive tradition. They do not create new law, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
Ceremonial proclamations like this one are purely declaratory. They express the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to causes or communities. They require no congressional approval and face no constitutional challenges.
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