Jimmy Carter Lays to Rest as Nation Honors His Lifetime of Public Service
Former US President Jimmy Carter lies in state in the Capitol Rotunda, a rare honor given to a former head of state. This comes after he addressed the nation on the energy crisis in 1979, causing significant political damage during his presidency.
Former US President Jimmy Carter is lying in state in the Capitol Rotunda as part of an extraordinary tribute to his life and legacy. This honor, typically reserved for heads of state who have died, was granted to Carter by lawmakers following a unanimous consent resolution in 2021. The move comes after Carter's criticism of his own presidency during a notable address on the energy crisis in 1979 sparked significant political damage at the time. Carter is the second US president to receive this honor, following President Gerald Ford.
