Obama and Trump Sit Together at Jimmy Carter's Funeral

Washington gathered to pay tribute to Jimmy Carter on Thursday, bringing together political rivals in the wake of a rancorous election to honor a former president praised by both parties for his humility and decency. #trump #obama #jimmycarter #politics

The country is marking a day of national mourning for Carter, who died in December at the age of 100, with a state funeral — a rare and solemn occasion — at Washington’s National Cathedral less than two weeks before the White House changes hands from President Joe Biden to President-elect Donald Trump.

Both Biden and Trump, along with first lady Jill Biden and former first lady Melania Trump, attended the service, joined by others from their exclusive club, including former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton. Trump sat next to Obama and the two were seen speaking at length.

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[stop_lying_to_me]

"We've become now an oligarchy instead of a democracy. I think that's been the worst damage to the basic moral and ethical standards to the American political system that I've ever seen in my life." --Jimmy Carter

[nancyhoward]

Prayers for Jimmy Carter 🙏🙏🌺🌺 an Angel now with his wife

[mariarussell]

It warms my heart so much seeing them both laughing and talking to each other that's the way it should be with everyone in the world❤

[melodysoares]

I thought this was great let bring our country together

[CC-mgho]

This should be a lesson to the rest of the world. You don't have to like each other's politics but you can still respect someone. Or even be their friend.

[MinnieSmith-lk]

To god be the glory! Former president carter, still bringing people together after his death, a true man of the most high. Our lord and savior Jesus Christ. ⚘️❤️✨️

[jamesmill]

Candid moment as the opener
Jimmy brought all this to happen and more..may His God bless his soul..❤

[debihodge]

President Carter and Mrs.Carter and their ENTIRE family are such wonderful people and DESERVE An IMMENSE AMOUNT OF Credit And APPRECIATION FOR ALL THEY DID for OTHERS and in my humble opinion THEY were willing to be OPEN MINDED and GENUINELY LISTENED despite of their CONSERVATIVE SPIRITUAL CONVICTIONS. Worldwide THEY were HIGHLY RESPECTED AS PEACEMAKERS and THEY will be MISSED.

[mrs.joyceposey]

Just to think peple lost friendships over this political situation now these two men can present themselves as gentlemen, epic

[lachandraburgess]

Look at God! President Obama is a true gentleman ❤

[PaigeCrawf]

Melania didn't look as good as normal, she looks tired out

[fredcampbell]

The old and the young
A felon and a Saint!

[festusloyd]

Let them talk . It's none of our business what they discussed. Try covering something else for Media attention

[olgamolen]

They showed the American brotherhood love, They're American leaders, not foreign country rivals..

[iwonapopova]

Na této Zemi máme hrdiný, díky Bohu za ne❤ Buďte dlouho zdrav pane D.J.TRUMP🎉😊❤

[Slingbladess]

Guess we will never know what they spoke about

[melody]

Melania doesn't look impressed with you Trump talking to Barry

[CoreVoyard]

Their good friends in the low ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[beats]

This makes me smile the real America ❤

[johnnyboyvan]

Let us get a lip reader in. I want to know.