The nation’s five living presidents came together on Thursday to honor former President Jimmy Carter in a pomp-filled funeral service at the Washington National Cathedral, creating a moment of solemn respite from the capital city’s political tensions and whirl of activity in preparation for a new administration.

Follow live updates and the latest news as the nation honors Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States.

All five living U.S. presidents are attending Jimmy Carter's funeral at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, a rare occurrence that marks the first time the leaders have gathered publicly since 2018.

Former President Jimmy Carter is being honored with the pageantry of a funeral in the nation’s capital before a second service in his Georgia hometown.

Melania Trump dressed up for a solemn occasion on Jan. 9: the state funeral at Washington National Cathedral for President Jimmy Carter, who died on Dec. 29, 2024. All living presidents attended the event on Thursday, which was declared a national day of mourning by President Joe Biden.

With Jimmy Carter’s recent passing, many are looking to learn more about his life; however, he was much more than just a former United States president. So, who was Jimmy Carter? Jimmy Carter, formerly known as James Earl Carter Jr.