In an unprecedented moment during Jimmy Carter’s funeral, President Joe Biden asked the late president to say a few words, sources have confirmed.
The request, made earnestly by Biden, paused the solemn proceedings as attendees waited for Carter to respond from beyond.
Biden, known for his gaffes, seemed momentarily confused by the silence that followed. “I guess he’s left the building,” Biden quipped, attempting to recover, which elicited a mix of chuckles and bewildered glances around the room. The White House later explained that Biden’s comment was meant to lighten the mood and celebrate Carter’s famously dry wit.
The event, held at the National Cathedral in D.C., saw Biden reminiscing about his long friendship with Carter, highlighting their shared ‘Peanut and Joe’ jokes, which, according to Biden, “Jimmy always got the last laugh.”
Critics called the moment a significant faux pas, while supporters argued it was just ‘Joe being Joe,’ adding a touch of unexpected humor to the otherwise somber occasion.
As of press time, Biden’s advisors were reportedly considering adding a new protocol for speaking invitations, ensuring future invites are extended only to the living.
