Hundreds of Washingtonians and guests from throughout America are anticipated to stroll via the Capitol Constructing this week to pay their respects to former President Jimmy Carter as he lies in state within the rotunda. Carter’s physique arrived in DC on Tuesday morning and can stay mendacity in state with an honor guard till Thursday morning.
After lawmakers held a smaller memorial service for Carter within the rotunda Tuesday night, public guests have been traversing the snow-lined streets of DC to honor the previous president, who after his time within the White Home grew to become a famend humanitarian at dwelling and overseas. He’ll go away the US Capitol grounds at 9:00 AM on Thursday for his 10:00 AM state funeral service at Washington Nationwide Cathedral.
Listed below are some scenes from the Capitol tribute to Carter on Tuesday morning:
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