PANews, December 31 news, on December 30 local time, U.S. President Biden ordered all federal government executive departments and agencies to close on January 9, 2025, in honor of the late 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, who passed away on the 29th. In a statement, Biden noted that for reasons of national security, defense, or other public needs, heads of federal government executive departments and agencies may decide to keep some offices and facilities open. Previously, the White House had announced January 9, 2025, as a national day of mourning in memory of Carter.