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12:30 Report — Trump, Obama, Harris dynamics on full display at Carter funeral

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09.01.2025
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12:30 REPORT

It’s Thursday. Today is a day of mourning for the late former President Jimmy Carter. The stock markets and U.S. Postal Service are closed today. Here’s what’s happening:

  • The social interactions on the Carter funeral livestream have been *fascinating.*

  • Obama and Trump have been chatting and laughing together. Harris glanced back and then noticeably sighed.

  • Trump and Pence shook hands.

  • Republicans are testing their first immigration vote.

  • The Los Angeles wildfires have been devastating.

I’m Cate Martel with a quick recap of the morning and what’s coming up. Send tips, commentary, feedback and cookie recipes to cmartel@thehill.com. Did someone forward this newsletter to you? Sign up here.

🕊️ Happening Today

The people-watching has been absolutely fascinating:

Every former living president is in Washington today, to celebrate the life and legacy of former President Carter.

The most fascinating dynamic: Former President Obama and President-elect Trump were seated next to each other and chatted for a while before the service began. While we couldn't hear what they were discussing, it looked cordial. Obama was visibly laughing at something Trump whispered into his ear. 📹 Watch the clip

^Keep in mind: Trump actively promoted the conspiracy about Obama’s birth certificate, and Obama repeatedly tore into his successor on the campaign trail in an effort to keep him out of the White House.

Another fascinating........

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