LANSING, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – A federal and state declaration has ordered all U.S. and Michigan flags to be lowered to half-staff on Monday in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day during Police Week.

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“Our police officers have tough jobs and risk their own safety to protect public safety,” said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in a press release. “Let’s learn from their example of public service and work together to protect our communities.”

Peace Officers Memorial Day falls within National Police Week. Congress recognized National Police Week in 1962 as a way to recognize law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Gov. Whitmer has tried to shore up support from law enforcement organizations since her June 2020 comments where she mentioned she supports the “spirit” of defunding the police.