Jimmy Carter's death sparks tributes, remembrances

Biden remarks on the death of Jimmy Carter

President Joe Biden delivered remarks from U.S. Virgin Islands following the passing of former president Jimmy Carter.

Reactions are pouring in from around the world over the death of former president Jimmy Carter.

The longest-lived American president died on Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care, at his home in the small town of Plains, Georgia, where he and his wife, Rosalynn, who died at 96 in November 2023, spent most of their lives, The Carter Center said.

Tributes to the 39th president of the U.S. are expected to continue:

President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden

"Today, America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian," the White House said in a statement Sunday. "Over six decades, we had the honor of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend. But, what’s extraordinary about Jimmy Carter, though, is that millions of people throughout America and the world who never met him thought of him as a dear friend as well."

Jimmy Carter dead at 100

The 39th president of the United States has died at 100. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution confirmed the news with a post on X, stating the son of the former president said his father had died around 3:40 p.m. ET in his Plains home.

Vice President Kamala Harris

"I had the privilege of knowing President Carter for years," Vice President Kamala Harris said in a statement. "I will always remember his kindness, wisdom, and profound grace. His life and legacy continue to inspire me — and will inspire generations to come. Our world is a better place because of President Carter."

President-elect Donald Trump

"Melania and I are thinking warmly of the Carter Family and their loved ones during this difficult time," President-elect Donald Trump posted on Truth Social. "We urge everyone to keep them in their hearts and prayers."

Former president Barack Obama

"He believed some things were more important than reelection — things like integrity, respect, and compassion. Because Jimmy Carter believed, as deeply as he believed anything, that we are all created in God’s image," former president Barack Obama wrote on Medium. "Whenever I had a chance to spend time with President Carter, it was clear that he didn’t just profess these values. He embodied them."

Former president Bill Clinton

Former president Bill Clinton and his wife offered condolences on social media.

Melinda French Gates

"My hero Jimmy Carter was a peacemaker, a public servant, a man of faith, a devoted partner to Rosalynn," Melinda French Gates tweeted. "We honor President Carter by remembering that because of him, life is healthier, better, and safer not just for one life, but for millions."

Habitat for Humanity

Carter was known for his work with Habitat for Humanity. The nonprofit shared its thoughts on social media.

NASA

"We are saddened by the passing of President Jimmy Carter, who contributed to the Voyager Golden Record currently traveling through interstellar space," NASA posted on social media. "Carter's message of peace continues to reach across the ‘vast and awesome universe.’"

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