Patriot Day 2025, The 24th Anniversary of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks

The order directs all departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States to display the flag at half-staff in honor of the 2,977 individuals who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. It also invites Governors of the United States and its Territories, as well as interested organizations and individuals, to join in this observance. Young people are encouraged to engage with family, friends, neighbors, military service members, and first responders to discuss their memories of that day and reflect on American citizenship.