Joe Biden, the 46th U.S. president, is set to eulogize Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president, during his state funeral at Washington National Cathedral. Despite their differing backgrounds, the two men shared a decades-long friendship that began in 1976 when Biden, then a young Delaware lawmaker, became the first sitting senator to endorse Carter's White House bid.
Biden and Carter, both Democrats, faced challenges during their presidencies and ultimately handed power to Republican successors. Biden has spoken fondly of Carter, describing him as a remarkable leader, statesman, and humanitarian. Their bond highlights the evolution of the Democratic Party and the country over the years.
