President-elect Trump praised former President Carter, who passed away on Sunday, for his efforts to improve American lives.
“I just heard the news about President Jimmy Carter’s passing,” Trump shared in a Sunday afternoon Truth Social post.
“Those of us who served as President understand this exclusive club and the enormous responsibility of leading the Greatest Nation in History.”
Trump acknowledged the challenges Carter faced during his presidency, emphasizing his dedication to improving the lives of all Americans.
“For that, we all owe him a debt of gratitude,” Trump continued.
In a later Truth Social post, Trump noted his philosophical and political disagreements with Carter but recognized Carter’s love and respect for the country.
“Carter worked hard to make America a better place, and for that, I give him my highest respect,” Trump stated.
“He was a truly good man and will be greatly missed,” Trump added in his second post about Carter.
“He was also very consequential, far more than most Presidents, after he left the Oval Office.
Warmest condolences from Melania and I to his wonderful family!”
Carter passed away on Sunday in Plains, Ga., according to the Carter Center.
He had turned 100 in October, making him the longest-lived president in the nation’s history.
Trump mentioned in his initial post that he and incoming first lady Melania Trump were “thinking warmly of the Jim’s Family and their loved ones during this difficult time.”
“We urge everyone to keep them in their hearts and prayers,” he said.
The Carter Center announced on Feb. 18, 2023, that the former president had begun receiving hospice care after a series of short hospital stays, choosing to “spend his remaining time at home with his family” instead of receiving additional medical intervention.
Carter, a 52-year-old Democrat, faced chaos during his four-year presidency, including the Iran hostage crisis, oil shortages, and inflation.