National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter

Former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100, will be honored with a state funeral on January 9 in Washington, D.C., as part of a national day of mourning. President Biden has ordered U.S. flags to fly at half-staff for 30 days in remembrance of Carter, who served from 1977 to 1981. The funeral will include a public viewing at the U.S. Capitol and a service at the Washington National Cathedral, before Carter is laid to rest next to his wife, Rosalynn, in their hometown of Plains, Georgia. Biden and other former presidents have praised Carter's legacy as a humanitarian and advocate for human rights, highlighting his contributions beyond his presidency. The public can pay tribute through an official condolence book on the Carter Center's website, with donations requested for the foundation in lieu of flowers. A significant number of public ceremonies are planned to honor Carter's life and service.