Former President Jimmy Carter Dies at 100; Biden Declares National Day of Mourning on January 9

Dec 30, 2024, 12:00 PM

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived former president, has passed away at the age of 100. President Joe Biden stated, 'Today, America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman, and humanitarian.' Biden has ordered a state funeral to be held at the Washington National Cathedral on January 9, which he has declared a national day of mourning. Flags across the country, including at the White House, have been ordered to fly at half-staff for 30 days in honor of Carter's passing.