Notable Figures Present and Absent at Jimmy Carter's State Funeral

Created: JANUARY 26, 2025

A gathering of prominent figures, including every living former president, attended former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral. However, several key individuals were notably absent.

Former Vice President Dick Cheney, the sole living former vice president not present, was unable to attend due to health concerns. Former First Lady Michelle Obama was also absent, citing a scheduling conflict in Hawaii. Her spokesperson conveyed her condolences to the Carter family.

Former presidents at Carter's funeral

The photograph above captures former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama, along with President-elect Trump, at the funeral service.

Other attendees included former first ladies Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, and Melania Trump, as well as former second lady Karen Pence and first lady Jill Biden. The "presidents' club"—President Biden and former presidents Clinton, Bush, Obama, and President-elect Trump—reunited for the first time since George H.W. Bush's funeral in 2018.

Secret Service agent with Carter hearse

This image shows Secret Service agents escorting Carter's hearse.

Additional guests included Vice President-elect JD Vance, Senator Dave McCormick, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, Hunter Biden, and Ted Mondale.

Children salute Carter casket

Children pay their respects as Carter's casket passes by.

Following the service, Carter's remains were transported to his hometown of Plains, Georgia, for a private burial. The 39th president passed away on December 29th at the age of 100.

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