Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Criticized for Condolence Error Following Jimmy Carter's Death

Abbott mistakenly extended condolences to Rosalynn Carter, who passed away in 2023, prompting widespread ridicule online.

Former President Jimmy Carter died on Sunday at the age of 100, prompting condolences from leaders across the country.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement honoring Carter’s legacy but mistakenly included condolences to Rosalynn Carter, who died in November 2023.
The original statement, shared on social media, was later revised to remove the reference to the late former first lady after backlash and mockery.
Critics, including Texas Democrats, questioned the oversight, with some pointing out Abbott had attended Rosalynn Carter’s funeral in 2023.
Jimmy Carter will be honored with a state funeral in Washington, D.C., before being laid to rest in Plains, Georgia.