Follow live updates and the latest news as the nation honors Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States.

In his eulogy, Biden said that his friendship with Carter "taught me the strength of character." He recalled his final visit with Carter, saying the late president was "at peace with a life fully lived, a good life, a purpose and meaning of character driven by the power of faith, hope and love."

All five living U.S. presidents are attending Jimmy Carter's funeral at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, a rare occurrence that marks the first time the leaders have gathered publicly since 2018.