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Jimmy Carter to Lie in State at U.S. Capitol Next Week

Public and Official Ceremonies to Honor the Life of the 39th President

The late President Jimmy Carter, who passed away Sunday at the age of 100, will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol next week, offering the public and lawmakers a chance to pay their respects. The ceremony marks the final chapter of a distinguished life, one in which Carter lived the longest of any U.S. president and left a lasting impact on both American politics and global humanitarian efforts.

Carter’s funeral services will take place from January 4 to January 9, with a series of solemn events beginning in Georgia before making their way to Washington, D.C. According to the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region, the public viewing in Georgia will take place from January 4 to January 7, allowing residents of his hometown, Plains, Georgia, to honor the former governor and president.

Jimmy Carter portrait Georgia Capitol

A Journey to Washington

After the services in Georgia, Carter’s body will be transported to Washington, D.C., for a series of public ceremonies starting on January 7. Upon arrival at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Carter’s body will be moved to the U.S. Navy Memorial, reflecting his service as a Navy veteran and a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy. A funeral procession will then lead Carter’s remains to the U.S. Capitol, where he will lie in state for public visitation.

The ceremony at the U.S. Capitol will include a special service for members of Congress to pay their respects, scheduled for 3 p.m. on January 7. That evening, the public will be able to pay their respects between 7 p.m. and midnight. The viewing will continue the following day, January 8, with hours from 7 a.m. until 7 a.m. on January 9, allowing for ample time for Americans to honor the 39th president.

The Final Service at Washington National Cathedral

The final service for Carter will take place at Washington National Cathedral on January 9 at 10 a.m. President Joe Biden is set to deliver the eulogy, reflecting on Carter’s extensive legacy and commitment to peace and human rights. As a former president known for his humanitarian efforts and global diplomacy, Carter’s passing marks the end of an era in American political history.

After the Washington service, Carter’s family will return to Georgia from Joint Base Andrews, marking the completion of a week-long series of events commemorating a life dedicated to service and compassion.

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