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Former President Jimmy Carter’s life, legacy honored
Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican leaders delivered eulogies as mourners said their final goodbyes to the former President Jimmy Carter.
A funeral service for former President Jimmy Carter will be held in Washington, D.C., Thursday, Jan. 9.
Residents across the U.S. were encourage to observe a day of mourning today for Carter, who died in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.
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The day brings a few closures, although since it’s not a federal holiday, banks and businesses should be open as usual.
Will the stock market be closed today?
U.S. stock markets will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 9.
The NYSE and Nasdaq traditionally close for the funerals of former presidents.
Bond markets will be open, but for reduced hours, closing early at 2 p.m. ET, according to a recommendation from the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.
How to watch Jimmy Carter’s funeral
Carter’s remains will be taken to the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.
The funeral service will be broadcast across both network and cable television, including CBS, NBC, ABC, Fox, CNN, MSNBC, CSPAN and Fox News.
Spanish broadcasts will be available on Telemundo and Univision.
Watch live: USA TODAY to stream Jimmy Carter’s funeral
USA TODAY will stream the national funeral service for former President Jimmy Carter starting at 10 a.m. ET. Click above to watch.
Who will attend Carter’s funeral service in D.C.?
All five living presidents and former presidents are expected at the funeral, including President-elect Donald Trump.
President Joe Biden promised Carter he would deliver the eulogy.
Where will Jimmy Carter be buried?
Carter’s remains will be taken to Plains, Georgia, for a private funeral service and interment Thursday evening.
Contributing: James Powel, USA Today Network
