Venue: The ceremony will take place at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C.
Time: The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to begin at noon Eastern Time (ET).
Oath of Office: Trump will take the presidential oath of office, administered by Chief Justice John Roberts. The oath includes the promise to "faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."
Vice President Swearing-In: Before Trump, Vice President-elect JD Vance will take his oath of office.
Inauguration Theme: The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) has announced “Our Enduring Democracy: A Constitutional Promise” as the theme, honoring the Founders' dedication to safeguarding democracy.
Inaugural Address: After being sworn in, Trump will deliver his Inaugural Address, outlining his vision and goals for his term.
Events Following: There will be a series of events including an Inaugural Luncheon, a parade down Pennsylvania Avenue from the Capitol to the White House, and several Inaugural Balls in the evening.
This inauguration coincides with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, making it a notably significant event due to the federal holiday.
Attendance: Notable attendees include outgoing President Joe Biden, former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama, along with several foreign dignitaries. However, former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend.
Public Access: The public can watch the ceremony live on various networks like NBC, CNN, ABC, CBS, Fox News, CSPAN, and PBS. Limited tickets for viewing at the Capitol are available through members of Congress.
Other Notable Aspects: This will be Trump's second non-consecutive term, a rare occurrence in U.S. history. The event is also expected to see a significant presence from the tech industry, with figures like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg attending. Donations from tech leaders and corporations like Amazon, Uber, Ford, and General Motors have been reported to support the inauguration. 17GEN4.com
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