On December 31st, local time, US President Biden ordered the closure of all federal administrative departments and agencies on January 9th, 2025, to pay tribute to the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29th. Biden stated in the statement that for reasons of national security, defense, or other public needs, the heads of federal government administrative departments and agencies may decide to keep some offices and facilities open. Previously, the White House had declared January 9, 2025 as a national day of mourning to commemorate Carter.
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