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What to Watch For at Trump’s Inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on Monday in a full day of ceremonies, celebrations, and rituals. On Jan. 20, the president-elect will become the second person in U.S. history to serve nonconsecutive terms in office. Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the November 2024 election after President Joe Biden dropped his reelection bid in July. With cold and windy weather expected in Washington, this Inauguration Day will look different than previous ones, with numerous events moved indoors. Events will begin early in the morning and go late into the night.
  • Trump's day will begin with a trip to St. John's Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square for an hour-long service.
  • Next, he will go to Blair House, a historic building adjacent to the White House commonly used for diplomatic affairs.
  • He will then go to the White House for a meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris, Biden, and their spouses, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and First Lady Jill Biden.
  • After meeting with the head of the outgoing administration, Trump will go to the Capitol. There, he and Vice President-elect JD Vance will be sworn into office. Trump is expected to deliver an address afterward.
  • Once the new president is sworn in, a farewell ceremony will be held for Biden and Harris.
  • After a lunch break,Trump will conduct a brief review of troops.
  • Early in the afternoon, Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will go to Capital One Arena in downtown Washington for an indoor edition of the inaugural parade.
  • Later in the afternoon, a signing ceremony will be held in the Oval Office.
  • Early in the evening, the Trumps will go to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for informal remarks and their first dance at the Liberty Ball.
  • Late in the evening, the Trumps will go to Union Station for another inaugural ball.
  • Finally, the Trumps will return to the White House.
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