Longstanding protocols for honoring the late President Jimmy Carter threaten to overshadow President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration.
And many Democrats are gloating over it.
Carter died Sunday at 100 years old, and while many immediately expressed condolences and tributes, some made it all about the politics. President Joe Biden referred to the 39th president as his “dear friend,” but couldn’t resist taking a swipe at Trump in his message. And now, critics of the incoming 47th president are celebrating how Carter’s death will affect Trump’s first hours and days back at the White House.
Biden takes advantage of Jimmy Carter’s death to zing Trump https://t.co/J6WR2rlTGv via @BIZPACReview
— BPR based (@DumpstrFireNews) December 30, 2024
According to the U.S. flag code, the nation will mourn the passing of a president by flying flags at all federal buildings, federal grounds, and naval vessels at half mast for 30 days. Trump is set to be inaugurated on January 20, and the flags will still be half-mast at the time, painting a somber image for the incoming president and administration.
BREAKING: BIDEN ORDERS FLAGS AT HALF-STAFF, DECLARES DAY OF MOURNING FOR CARTER
Biden has ordered flags lowered to half-staff for 30 days at all federal buildings, military installations, and U.S. facilities worldwide following Jimmy Carter’s death.
January 9, 2025, will… https://t.co/fOYcIxSccZ pic.twitter.com/ZXqYrRcA0C
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) December 30, 2024
Leftists displayed their class once again as they celebrated how the optics would put a damper on Trump.
By law, White House flags must be at half-mast for 30 days after Jimmy Carter’s death… which means they’ll still be at half-mast for Trump’s inauguration. Fitting, honestly. Thanks, Jimmy, for setting the perfect tone. #LastLaugh pic.twitter.com/c8PwcpW9E0
— Jamison Eklund (@HotMoozik) December 30, 2024
Flag protocol requires all flags to be flown at half-mast for 30 days after the passing of a president. This means flags will be at half-mast for Trump’s inauguration.
Thank you for your final act of service, President Carter.— Rhonda – Line drawn in the sand (@SilverARTicfox) December 30, 2024
Not his doing but can’t help but smile knowing flags will be at half mast during Trump’s inauguration to honor Jimmy Carter, one of the most decent humans to walk the earth and the very opposite of who’s to come.
Rest in peace President Carter. pic.twitter.com/ieR4Pq8YVy— M.R. Field (@ISpeakPirate) December 29, 2024
How fitting that all government flags will be flown their lowest… Half-Mast during Trumps inauguration.
Jimmy Carter’s Final Salute to Donald Trump. pic.twitter.com/ktYnyjFqsw
— M-A.Stay’Legit™️ (@BagdMilkSoWhat) December 30, 2024
Flags will be at half mast for the inauguration…I’m so sad for this great man’s passing but this is going to piss off the orange clown so much and I’ve convinced myself this was Jimmy’s plan the whole time #Inauguration #JimmyCarterRIP #InaugurationDay
— Chandler Erin (@ChandlerErin) December 30, 2024
While Carter was not a fan of Trump, the president-elect offered a touching message on his passing.
“I just heard of the news about the passing of President Jimmy Carter,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “Those of us who have been fortunate to have served as President understand this is a very exclusive club, and only we can relate to the enormous responsibility of leading the Greatest Nation in History.”
“The challenges Jimmy faced as President came at a pivotal time for our country and he did everything in his power to improve the lives of all Americans,” Trump added. “For that, we all owe him a debt of gratitude.”
Social media users blasted leftists for their vengeful gloating at the expense of Carter.
Disrespectful all the way.
— Dorothy Milton (@DLMILTON) December 30, 2024
#Ironic
People that burn the flag, sneer at tradition, and mock the presidency are now rejoicing that flags are half mast during an inauguration. #LeftHates #Intolerant— Conservative Hippie Chic (@FarrisChic) December 30, 2024
It’s sad that Trump has more respect for Carter’s life and family then his own party does, using his death as some sort of fuel for their hatred and making it all about Trump and not the man that died. TDS doesn’t just affect the brain but worse so, the heart as well. Very sick.
— jmiahman (@jmiahman) December 30, 2024
Others on X pointed out some unseen benefits:
Who cares about a flag flown at half mast. The bigger win is that the insurrection plans set for the 6th will be thwarted due to Carter’s casket lying in state at the Capitol.
— Kim Dahl (@kimber24kids) December 30, 2024
Perspective is everything:
Our flags will be half mast to mourn Carter and what the Democrats have done to our country for years now. They almost destroyed it. The raising of the flag on January 21st will signal a new golden age. It’s very fitting Democrats won’t have their…— Shelly (@LeafyMaple) December 30, 2024
If that’s all they got, then we are way ahead. Trump will probably honor Carter in his speech and take the wind out of those sails, too.
— Blondie Thomas (@kylegthomas50) December 30, 2024
It just means that a new day of freedom will rise once Trump is back in office. We can mark the rise of the flag as a new ceremonious day of MAGA!
Marking the end days of failed democrats leadership and a new day of conservative leadership!
— PrimetimePatriot (@NWPTPatriot) December 30, 2024
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