Jimmy Carter's funeral held in Washington

January 9. 2025 – WASHINGTON D.C. – the funeral was held for former President Jimmy Carter (D). Carter, a naval officer, peanut farmer, and Georgia Governor, was President from 1977 to 1981.

President-elect Donald J. Trump (R), President Joseph R. Biden (D), and former Presidents Barack H. Obama (D), George W. Bush (R), and William J. Clinton (D) were in attendance to honor President Carter at the Washington National Cathedral. Upon Carter's death, Biden – age 81 – became the oldest living President.

Trump upon entering the Cathedral shook hands and spoke with former Vice President Mike Pence (R). It was the first time the two men had met since Pence served with Trump in the first Trump presidency. Trump was seated next to Obama and the two men engaged in a lengthy conversation.

Trump also shook hands with former Vice President Al Gore (D). Vice President Kamala Harris – whom Trump defeated in November was also present at the event.

Today, America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman, and humanitarian.

"Over six decades, we had the honor of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend," said President Biden in a statement. "But, what's extraordinary about Jimmy Carter, though, is that millions of people throughout America and the world who never met him thought of him as a dear friend as well."

"With his compassion and moral clarity, he worked to eradicate disease, forge peace, advance civil rights and human rights, promote free and fair elections, house the homeless, and always advocate for the least among us. He saved, lifted, and changed the lives of people all across the globe," said Biden. "He was a man of great character and courage, hope and optimism. We will always cherish seeing him and Rosalynn together. The love shared between Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter is the definition of partnership and their humble leadership is the definition of patriotism. We will miss them both dearly, but take solace knowing they are reunited once again and will remain forever in our hearts."

Biden delivered the eulogy for President Carter.

Carter's body will now be flown back to Georgia where he will be buried in Plains next to Rosalyn.,

President Biden has declared today a National Day of Mourning in honor of the late President Carter.

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