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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Jimmy Carter's State Funeral Set for Jan. 9 in Washington, D.C.
Caption: Jimmy Carter’s State Funeral Set for Jan. 9 in Washington, D.C. Former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral will take place on Jan. 9 in Washington, D.C., as declared by President Biden. President Biden announced Jan. 9 as a National Day of Mourning, urging Americans to gather in places of worship to honor Carter, who passed away on Dec. 29 at age 100. All American flags will fly at half-staff for 30 days at federal buildings, military posts, and naval stations to mark the solemn occasion. Carter’s body will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda from Jan. 7 to Jan. 9, allowing the public to pay their respects during designated times. The state funeral, expected at the National Cathedral, will be the first for a former U.S. president since George H.W. Bush's in 2018. The memorial events will span three stages: ceremonies in Carter's home state of Georgia, services in Washington, and a private interment in Plains, Georgia, his hometown. President Biden, who confirmed Carter asked him to deliver the eulogy, is among the dignitaries likely to attend, alongside First Lady Jill Biden. Former presidents and first ladies, including the Obamas, Clintons, and Bushes, are expected to join the funeral, though Donald Trump's attendance remains uncertain. Trump issued statements praising Carter's contributions and noted that "we all owe him a debt of gratitude," though he skipped Rosalynn Carter's 2023 funeral, attended by Melania Trump. The Capitol Rotunda will be open to the public from Jan. 7 to Jan. 9, giving Americans the opportunity to honor Carter before the Washington service. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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