TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — To honor the passing of President George H.W. Bush, Rick Scott has ordered flags to fly at half-staff.
"As a mark of respect for the memory of the 41st President of the United States, George Herbert Walker Bush, President Donald J. Trump directed all flags to be lowered to half-staff," Scott said. "Pursuant to this direction, and to honor the life of President George H.W. Bush and his dedicated service to his country, I hereby direct the flags of the United States and the State of Florida to be flown at half-staff at all local and state buildings, installations, and grounds throughout the State of Florida."
Earlier in the day, Governor Scott released this statement on the passing of the former president:
“Today, the world lost a statesman who was the symbol of the highest level of civil commitment and who helped weave the fabric of an America that represents freedom and prosperity. The contributions of George H.W. Bush to our country were beyond that of his presidency. As a Naval aviator and fighter pilot, Congressman, Ambassador to the United Nations, Director of the CIA, Vice President and President, George H.W. Bush dedicated his life to service to our nation and vowed to use his presidency and the power of our nation as “a force for good.” I have had the privilege of knowing the Bush family for years and am incredibly grateful to have met such a genuine, gracious and kind man.
“The United States of America is stronger today because of the selfless service of 41. Ann and I send our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to the Bush family as they mourn the loss and celebrate the amazing life of George H.W. Bush.”
Scott is among many leaders and politicians paying tribute to the former president. Jeb Bush, the son of the former president, is among them.
I already miss the greatest human being that I will ever know. Love you Dad!
— Jeb Bush (@JebBush) December 1, 2018
Along with Andrew Gillum, Ron DeSantis, Rick Kriseman and Richard Corcoran.
George H.W. Bush dedicated his life to service and leadership — in uniform, in Congress, in intelligence, and as our President.
God bless @JebBush and the entire Bush family. May we honor his legacy by striving to be a "kinder and gentler nation” today and always.
— Andrew Gillum (@AndrewGillum) December 1, 2018
President Bush amassed prodigious accomplishments and he did it all with uncommon grace, class and honor. Appreciation of his achievements will only continue to grow as the years go by. President Bush was an American hero, a faithful servant and the greatest Yalie of them all.
— Ron DeSantis (@RonDeSantisFL) December 1, 2018
The #GEORGEHWBUSH brand is sorely missing in American politics today. He was a good man. Condolences to the Bush Family.
— Rick Kriseman (@Kriseman) December 1, 2018
RIP #41. You were one of our country’s great men. What an amazing life so well lived. My prayers are with the entire Bush Family. pic.twitter.com/cZiVB0sBg4
— Richard Corcoran (@richardcorcoran) December 1, 2018
