None the less, not to diminish in any way the tragic loss of Spc. Beckstrom, it seems the protocol for a "half-staff order" reserves this distinction for celebrities.
American political activist (1993–2025)
Charles James Kirk (October 14, 1993 – September 10, 2025) was an American right-wing political activist, entrepreneur, and media personality. More from Wikipedia
"Media personality".
He was.
She wasn't.
That may NOT be the reason. But,
if not that, what?