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Carter arrives at final resting place at beloved Georgia home

Former President Jimmy Carter was laid to rest in his beloved hometown of Plains, Georgia after being honored in Washington with a state funeral and an intimate religious service with close family and friends.

The Rev. Tony Lowden, who served as Carter’s pastor until his death, presided over the final farewell at Marantha Baptist Church.

After the funeral service, residents and those who traveled to the small town were invited to line the motorcade route as Carter's flag-draped casket was brought to his longtime home for private internment.

The nation's 39th president will be buried next to Rosalynn Carter, his wife of 77 years, who died in November 2023.

The Navy also conducted a flyover in honor of Carter's role as commander-in-chief and service in the Navy.

Posted by Sarah Rumpf-Whitten

Harris' ‘ice princess’ demeanor, Bush's belly-tap were key expressions at Carter's funeral: expert

From Vice President Kamala Harris' “ice princess” demeanor to President-elect Trump and former President Obama's jovial conversation, a body expert deciphered presidential mannerisms at Jimmy Carter's funeral.

Susan Constantine, a communication and body language expert, said Harris came off "as cool as could be."

"'Ice Princess' all the way around. When she was walking she was very robotic. I call that ‘rigidity’ when we see that kind of soldier-like stance."

Constantine said there was one interaction that very much stood out: Trump’s jovial conversation and gesticulations with Barack Obama.

"They add rapport. There was no doubt about it."

"President Obama would lean his head towards him listening to what Trump had to say. Trump was always in that forward stance. He was always ready, engaging. And he and President Obama and Trump felt very much like this with one another that may have made the rest of [the presidential attendees] feel a bit uncomfortable."

However, there was a moment where Trump appeared to be talking about something Obama appeared to wish was held til after the somber event.

Trump appeared to give a "thumb shrug" to Obama, as if to ask "what do you think about this?"

Obama’s furrowed brow and "neutral expression" showed he was listening intently but that the men were having an "intense conversation," said Constantine.

George W. Bush’s "belly tap" of Obama made the rounds on X after the ceremony.

"When you tap somebody on the stomach, that's where all your emotions are. And when you touch someone in that, it’s a personal zone. You’ve got to feel pretty comfortable to be able to do that. You have to feel very comfortable with that relationship in order to do that," she said of Bush, who notably has indeed had a civil relationship with the man who repeatedly criticized him in 2008.

This is an expert from Fox News Digital's Charles Creitz's article. Read it here.

Posted by Sarah Rumpf-Whitten

People honor Carter's flag-draped casket in Plains, Georgia

As Carter's hometown of Plains, Georgia, prepared for its final goodbye to the 39th president, residents turned out to pay respects.

Photos captured people somberly watching the hearse containing the flag-draped casket of former President Jimmy Carter.

The late president's motorcade was driven from Lawson Army Airfield in Fort Moore, Georgia to Marantha Baptist Church in Plains for a private funeral for friends and family.

Posted by Sarah Rumpf-Whitten

Carter family remembers former president in private Plains, Georgia ceremony

Following the late president's state funeral in Washington D.C., the Carter family traveled back to Plains, Georgia on Special Air Mission 39 for a private funeral service at Maranatha Baptist Church.

Photos showed the Carter family's arrival at Lawson Army Airfield in Fort Moore, Georgia.

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter attended the church for decades, with the former president teaching Sunday school lessons after his departure from the White House.

After the funeral service, the public is invited to line the motorcade route as Carter's remains are brought to his longtime home, where he spent his final 43 years before his death on Dec. 29, 2024.

Posted by Sarah Rumpf-Whitten

What was Jimmy Carter's working relationship with Ronald Reagan?

Jimmy Carter’s successor, President Ronald Reagan, was especially critical in the leadup to the election of Carter’s handling of the treaties that turned over the Panama Canal to Panama and the Iranian hostage crisis. 

While Carter took on several foreign policy missions under the subsequent Bush and Clinton presidencies, he was largely sidelined by Reagan’s White House after the resounding 1980 election, where Reagan won 489 electoral votes to Carter’s 49. 

But Reagan lavished praise on the former president at the 1986 dedication of the Carter presidential center. 

“You gave of yourself to this country, gracing the White House with your passion and intellect and commitment.” 

Carter had painted Reagan as an extremist who would sow racial divisions during the campaign, while Reagan lobbed attacks on the economy under Carter and “weakness” on the global stage.

Just before the election, Carter walked back some of his bitter remarks and said he would try to avoid “personal” attacks on Reagan. 

"Mr. Reagan has made some comments about me that probably are ill-advised. I've made some about him that are ill-advised, and I'd like to get back on the track."

Posted by Morgan Phillips

Jimmy Carter's travel ritual when he flew during post-presidency

Jimmy Carter frequently greeted each passenger on the airplanes he traveled on, Atlanta-based Delta Airlines reported following the 39th president’s passing. 

"Every time Jimmy Carter flew Delta, he shook hands with each person on the plane. Because that's who he was. Someone who treated people as people," the post read, which included footage of Carter shaking the hands of passengers on a flight. 

"Today we celebrate his life - a great friend, family man, Nobel Peace Prize winner and leader who showed us all how to properly treat those around us," Delta's post added.

​​Carter was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his efforts to find peaceful solutions when dealing with international conflicts, brokering peace between Israel and Egypt and humanitarian work.

Fox News' Ashley J. DiMella contributed to this report.

Posted by Emma Colton

Trump, Pence shake hands at Carter funeral in first public meeting since leaving office

Trump, Pence shake hands at Carter funeral in first public meeting since leaving office
Trump, Pence shake hands at Carter funeral in first public meeting since leaving office
President-elect Trump shook hands with his former Vice President Mike Pence at Jimmy Carter's funeral but did not shake hands with former Second Lady Karen Pence.

President-elect Donald Trump and his former Vice President Mike Pence shook hands at former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral on Thursday in their first public interaction in four years.

Pence was seen standing up to shake Trump’s hand as the former president arrived inside Washington, D.C.’s National Cathedral for the funeral. After the two acknowledged each other and appeared to say a few words, Pence shook the hand of former First Lady Melania Trump.

Former Second Lady Karen Pence, who was seated next to her husband, did not stand up, shake Trump’s hand, nor did she appear to acknowledge him.

Pence briefly ran unsuccessfully for president against Trump in the 2024 presidential primary — dropping out in Oct. 2023 — and did not endorse Trump at any point leading up to the November election. 

The two have publicly criticized each other over the past few years, including in 2023 when Trump called Pence "delusional" and the former vice president said last year he could not "in good conscience" endorse Trump.

This is an excerpt of an article by Andrew Mark Miller

Posted by Adam Shaw

Jimmy Carter’s humanitarian work remembered

The death of former President Jimmy Carter touched off an outpouring of sympathy from across the political aisle, as lawmakers paid tribute to his decades of humanitarian work and public service— the bulk of which took place after he left the White House.

Carter, who was the first president to make a state visit to sub-Saharan Africa, formed the Carter Center foundation with his wife after leaving office in 1982.The center helped oversee election initiatives in dozens of nations, build houses around the world, and spearhead a global effort to nearly eradicate Guinea worm disease— or a painful, ancient parasite that spread through drinking water to spawn into parasites as long as three feet. Guinea worm disease had sickened some 3.5 million people across African and Asian countries when the Carter Center launched its eradication mission. 

As of 2023, just 14 human cases were reported worldwide. 

Carter himself continued to conduct important diplomatic work after leaving office, overseeing human rights initiatives and negotiations in Haiti, Ethiopia, and North Korea, where he helped ease nuclear tensions and secure a deal on arms reduction in exchange for foreign aid. 

His work in advancing democracy and human rights earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

Fox News' Elizabeth Elkind contributed reporting.

Posted by Breanne Deppisch

Jimmy Carter’s arguably finest moment: Camp David Accords

One of President Jimmy Carter's defining moments in office was serving as the president who managed to broker the first peace agreement in the Middle East, successfully ushering in peace between Israel and Egypt after 30 years of war.

With the Camp David Accords of 1978, Carter was able to stand out from his predecessors by notching a success in an area where they had failed. 

The feat became particularly notable amid a presidency known for various economic and foreign affairs shortcomings, including the Iranian hostage crisis. 

According to Martin Indyk, the Lowy Distinguished Fellow in U.S.-Middle East Diplomacy at the Council on Foreign Relations, "Arab-Israeli peace has always been the kind of Holy Grail for American diplomacy."

Posted by Julia Johnson

What did Carter think of his Joe Biden dropping out of the race?

The late President Jimmy Carter paid close attention to the election cycle while in hospice care and grieving the loss of his wife, Rosalynn Carter, their son revealed in an interview over the summer. 

"He does not believe Donald Trump should be president again," James Earl "Chip" Carter III, the second child of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter, told the Washington Post in early September. 

The 39th president watched the speakers of the DNC in August, who gathered in Chicago in support of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s presidential campaign. 

Carter’s son said the former president believed Harris’ speech was "great," but noted another speaker stole the show. 

"He thought Michelle Obama was the best, and he thought Kamala was great, too," Chip Carter said.

Posted by Emma Colton

Trump chats up Obama while Clintons, Harris, ignore president-elect at Jimmy Carter funeral

Trump chats up Obama while Clintons, Harris, ignore president-elect at Jimmy Carter funeral
Trump chats up Obama while Clintons, Harris, ignore president-elect at Jimmy Carter funeral
President-elect Trump's arrival at Jimmy Carter's funeral spurred varied reactions from other presidential and vice presidential dignitaries — as he spoke most with Barack Obama.

President-elect Trump and future First Lady Melania Trump paid their respects to former President Jimmy Carter at his funeral in Woodley Park, D.C. on Thursday, where he and one of his most prominent political foes appeared to put politics aside.

Seated at the end of the second row of presidential and vice-presidential families, Trump and former President Barack Obama shared several minutes of chatting and chuckling as the rest filed in.

Dressed in a dark suit and more subtle blue tie, versus his trademark red ‘Trump tie', Trump filed in a little before 10 a.m. ET.

As he entered his row, former Vice President Al Gore smiled and quickly stood up and was the first to greet him. 

Gore, a Tennessee Democrat, did not have a significant other with him at the ceremony. He has been separated from former First Lady Tipper Gore since 2010. 

Also notably absent were former Vice President Dick Cheney and former First Lady Lynne Cheney. Trump has notably clashed with his fellow Republican leader, and Cheney notably called him a "coward" during his daughter ex-Rep. Liz Cheney's doomed 2022 reelection bid in Wyoming.

As Trump entered his row, he shared a brief moment with his onetime ally and running-mate, former Vice President Mike Pence. The two men's relationship soured following the Capitol Riot on January 6, 2021, when supporters of Trump threatened to hang the Indiana Republican.

This is an excerpt of an article by Fox News' Charles Creitz

Posted by Adam Shaw

Carter funeral comes to a close ahead of burial

Late President Jimmy Carter's funeral came to end just after noon on Thursday morning following a series of eulogies remembering the 39th president.

Carter's funeral at the National Cathedral will be followed by a private ceremony and burial in Plains, Georgia, later Thursday afternoon.

The late former president will be buried by a willow tree at the home he shared with his late wife, Rosalynn Carter.

Carter passed away on Dec. 29, 2024 at 100 years of age. Ahead of the public funeral on Thursday morning, Carter had been lying in state at the Capitol Rotunda since Tuesday.

Posted by Emma Colton

Mourners share how they will remember former President Carter

Mourners gathered outside the National Cathedral in Washington D.C. spoke to Fox News Digital about how they will remember former President Jimmy Carter.

Carter's funeral began on Thursday after his lying in state at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda since Tuesday.

The 39th president died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100 after he was admitted to hospice care in 2023.

Posted by Adam Shaw

Late President Jimmy Carter's ambassador to the UN, Rev. Andrew Young, delivered the homily during the 39th president's funeral Thursday.

"And I don't mean this with any disrespect, but it's still hard for me to understand how you could get to be president from Plains, Georgia," Young joked during his homily, referring to Carter's humble beginnings in the deep south.

"James Earl Carter was truly a child of God, not only a good farmer, but a nuclear physicist chosen by Admiral Rickover to assist him in developing a new nuclear Navy. But at the same time he was working on a nuclear Navy, he was thinking of peace on Earth and goodwill toward all men, and especially women and children," Young said during his homily.

"I've known President Carter for more than half of my life, and I never cease to be surprised. I never cease to be enlightened that he shared with us every day of his life. It was President James Earl Carver that, for me, symbolized the greatness of the United States of America, and I am truly grateful for him, because in spite of the harshness of the depression and the explosions of inflation. He never wavered for his from his commitment to God Almighty and his love of all of God's children," Young continued.

Young, a civil rights leader, served as Carter's ambassador to the UN during his administration.

Posted by Emma Colton

Biden pays tribute to the 'power' of Carter's example

President Biden paid tribute to former President Jimmy Carter on Thursday, describing him as a man of character.

"Jimmy Carter's friendship taught me and through his life taught me the strength of character is more than title or the power we hold. It's the strength to understand that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect," Biden said.

Biden talked about his endorsement for Carter, saying he believed he was the first senator outside of Georgia to endorse his candidacy for president.

"To make every minute of our time here on earth count, that's the definition of a good life, a life Jimmy Carter lived during his 100 years," Biden said. "To young people, to anyone in search of meaning and purpose, study the power of Jimmy Carter's example."

"I miss him, but I take solace in knowing that his beloved Rosalynn are reunited again. To the entire Carter family. Thank you, and I mean this sincerely for sharing them both with America and the world. We love you all," he said.

Posted by Adam Shaw

Carter grandson remembers 'paw-paw's' humble life with first lady Rosalynn

Late President Jimmy Carter's grandson Jason Carter remembered his grandparent's humble lifestyle during the former president's funeral Thursday.

"They spent four years in the governor's mansion and four years at the white House," Jason Carter said of his grandparents.

"But the other 92 years, they spent at home in Plains, Georgia. And one of the best ways to demonstrate that they were regular folks is to take them by that home. First of all, it looks like they might have built it themselves. Second of all, my grandfather was likely to show up at the door in some '70s short shorts and Crocs. And then you'd walk in the house and it was like thousands of other grandparents house all across the South. Fishing trophies on the walls, the refrigerator, of course, was papered with pictures of grandchildren and then great grandchildren."

Jason Carter added that he knows "we are not here because he was just a regular guy."

"As you've heard from the other speakers, his political life and his presidency for me was not just ahead of its time. It was prophetic. He had the courage and strength to stick to his principles even when they were politically unpopular," the grandson continued.

Posted by Emma Colton

Suspect identified in scare moments before Trump paid respects to Jimmy Carter

Suspect identified in scare moments before Trump paid respects to Jimmy Carter
Suspect identified in scare moments before Trump paid respects to Jimmy Carter
Capitol police have identified the 35-year-old man accused of trying to light his spray-painted car on fire near where former President Carter was lying in state.

United States Capitol Police have identified the man arrested Wednesday after allegedly trying to light a car on fire while President-elect Donald Trump was paying his respects to former President Jimmy Carter, who was lying in state at the Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C.

Virginia man Adrian J. Hinton, 35, is the suspect, police announced on X Thursday morning.

He faces charges of unlawful activities after allegedly putting a flaming bag on top of a car near the Grant Memorial at around 5:30 p.m.

The bag burned out without igniting anything else, authorities said.

It was packed with accelerants and Hinton's vehicle had been spray-painted, according to Capitol Police.

Hinton's arrest was one of two threatening incidents at the Capitol Wednesday, when Trump, lawmakers and thousands of Americans lined up to pay their respects to Carter.

Posted by Adam Shaw

VP Mondale's son remembers Carter at funeral through late father's words

Former Vice President Walter Mondale's son, Ted Mondale, eulogized late President Jimmy Carter on Thursday by reading his father's words on the former president.

"My father wrote this in 2015, and clearly he edited it a couple of times since then. But here we go," Ted Mondale said before reading his late father's words.

"Today we join in sadness to honor our dear friend, President Carter for his extraordinary years of principled and decent leadership and his courageous commitment to civil rights and human rights."

Walter Mondale served as Carter's vice president from 1977 to 1981. The former VP died in 2021 at the age of 93.

"I remember the emergence of Jimmy Carter on the national stage, in particular his 1971 inaugural address for the first time, a Georgia governor called for a commitment to the traditions of Martin Luther King Jr. And for the decency that his leadership stood for over his lifetime," the younger Mondale continued.

"I was surprised when then candidate Carter asked me to join in him as his running mate. In 1976. He amazed me then, as he has every year since. He, of course, was brilliant. He also had a great sense of humor, and while we had only four years in the white House, he achieved so much in that time. It stood as a marker for Americans dedicated to justice and decency," he said, repeating what his father wrote a decade ago.

Posted by Emma Colton

Former President Ford pays tribute to Carter through his son

Former President Gerald Ford, who died in 2006, paid tribute to former President Jimmy Carter on Thursday through his son Steven -- having written a eulogy for Carter before his own passing.

Steven Ford read out his father's eulogy, which had been written at Carter's request as the two asked each other to deliver eulogies at each other's funeral.

"As you know, dad died in 2006, and President Carter's eulogy continues to bring, comfort, smile, laughter, joy, pride to our family, and thus, on behalf of my dad, it's an honor to share dad's eulogy to his old friend," Steven Ford said.

Ford, who was beaten by Carter in 1976, said that the two were rivals, "but for the many wonderful years that followed, friendship bonded us as no two presidents since John Adams and Thomas Jefferson."

Ford mentioned how they became friends in 1981.

"The two of us found ourselves together again, this time aboard Air Force One, bound for the funeral of the Great Peacemaker Anwar Sadat," Ford wrote. "There's a old line to the effect that two presidents in a room is one too many."

That line brought chuckles from the congregation, where there are five living presidents seated.

Posted by Adam Shaw