Other US political figures paying tribute to Jimmy Carter include the Speaker of the US House of Representatives Mike Johnson and senior Republican senator Mitch McConnell.

McConnell said: “President Carter has served in times of tension and uncertainty at home and abroad. But his calm spirit and deep faith seemed unshakable.”

Johnson said, “President Carter’s story began humbly, and his life is a testament to the limitless possibilities offered by this great nation.” Because of his work in negotiating the Camp David Accords and his advocacy for Habitat for Humanity, the The world is a more peaceful place and more Americans have a place to call home. No one can deny that President Carter lived an extraordinary life of service to his country. May he rest in peace.”

Our video team produced this obituary Jimmy Carterthe former US president, who died on Sunday at the age of 100.

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Jimmy Carter was the longest-living US president, and his death was announced yesterday after spending 22 months in hospice. Senior US politicians have paid tribute, including the vice president Kamala Harris and future vice president JD Vance.

Harris said: “President Jimmy Carter was guided by a deep and abiding faith – in God, in America and in humanity. Jimmy Carter’s life is a testament to the power of service – as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, as the 76th Governor of Georgia, and as the 39th President of the United States. He reminded our nation and the world that decency and compassion are strength.”

Vance said in a statement: “Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to serving this country. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones. May he rest in peace.”

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