Former President Carter's funeral included all living former presidents and their spouses, except Michelle Obama, creating considerable interest.
According to her advisors, prior commitments in Hawaii prevented Mrs. Obama from attending the significant memorial service in Washington.
The Obamas issued a touching statement expressing their deep respect and sorrow regarding President Carter's passing, despite her absence.
This gathering of all living former presidents was a rare occurrence, the first such event since the funeral of George H. W. Bush in 2018.
