Biden Orders Federal Closure To Honor Former President Jimmy Carter

According to Odaily, U.S. President Joe Biden has directed all federal government departments and agencies to close on January 9, 2025, in honor of the late 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, who passed away on the 29th. In his statement, Biden noted that department and agency heads may choose to keep certain offices and facilities open for reasons related to national security, defense, or other public needs. Previously, the White House had declared January 9, 2025, as a national day of mourning to commemorate Carter.