Lake Charles, La — A few Louisianans are upset after an American flag at a Citgo facility in the Lake Charles area was flown at half-staff after the death of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez on Tuesday.

The refinery is actually owned by the Venezuelan government.

According to the U.S. code, if a foreign dignitary or official dies, the flag is to be displayed at half-staff according to presidential instructions or orders.

Citgo released a statement saying Chavez promoted social justice across boundaries.

Chavez died yesterday at 58-years-old after succumbing to an infection related to his cancer surgery.