Former US president Jimmy Carter became the oldest living American leader after he clocked 98 yearsCarter, who is ailing, became Georgia's 76th governor and later won the US presidential race in 1976 as a DemocratThe retired president was 52 years old when he took office in 1977 before exiting from the highest seat in 1981The 39th US president Jimmy Carter has begun receiving hospice care at his home following short hospital stays. Former US president Jimmy Carter will receive hospice care at his home after several short hospital visits. The statement read in part:"After a series of short hospital stays, former US President Jimmy Carter today decided to spend his remaining time at home with his family and receive hospice care instead of additional medical intervention. The Carter family asks for privacy during this time and is grateful for the concern shown by his many admirers." Oldest living American presidentOn Friday, March 22, 2019, TUKO.co.ke reported that Jimmy Carter added another title to his achievements after he was recognised as the longest-living U.S. president.

Source: The Star February 20, 2023 01:34 UTC