Though a National Day of Mourning isn’t recognized as an official federal holiday, some organizations and businesses will be affected by the observance.
Former President Jimmy Carter’s casket is en route to Washington, D.C. NBC News’ Priya Sridhar, former Rep. Jane Harman, and author of “His Very Best: Jimmy Carter, a Life” Jonathan Alter join José Díaz-Balart to discuss some of the 39th president’s major achievements and to reflect on his legacy.
Members of Congress, the Supreme Court and other dignitaries will gather at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday for a lying-in-state ceremony for former President Jimmy Carter.
The funeral ceremonies for former President Jimmy Carter are underway. His body was transferred from his hometown of Plains, Georgia, to Atlanta.
Carter was one of Habitat for Humanity's most famous volunteers. He volunteered with the organization for 40 years, and a wall at the New Brighton store is giving Minnesotans a chance to honor his life of service. Visitors can come and sign the wall, or write a letter to Carter. Eventually, the lumber will be used to build houses.
The day of mourning will be held on the same day as Mr. Carter’s funeral at Washington National Cathedral. President Biden will deliver a eulogy at the funeral, and a eulogy written by Gerald R. Ford, who died in 2006, will be read by his son Steven Ford.
President Jimmy Carter appointed more judges to the federal bench than any other president has done in a single term.
Funeral services for President Jimmy Carter, 39th President of the United States, are set to begin in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 7.
As Jimmy Carter's remains are scheduled to be transported to Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, here is what to know about this week's funeral schedule.
Jimmy Carter's state funeral moves to Washington after observances in his native Georgia. The 39th president's remains will leave the Carter Presidential Center on Tuesday morning and fly to Washington aboard Special Air Mission 39.
U.S. Former President Jimmy Carter is set to make his final trip to Washington D.C. Tuesday where he served as the nation’s 39th president.