President Trump on Monday directed all federal and state flags to fly at half-staff in commemoration of Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88 earlier that morning. The president said he signed

Tennessee flags will be flown at half-staff to honor Pope Francis, following orders from President Trump and Governor Lee. Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset on April 26, the day of Pope Francis' funeral.

Pope Francis died on Monday, April 21. American flags are to be flown at half-staff until the day of interment. Here's what to know.