DONALD TRUMP SWORN IN

 

On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, marking his second, non-consecutive term in office. Due to freezing temperatures and high winds, the ceremony was held inside the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, a departure from the traditional outdoor setting. 

Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath of office to President Trump, while Associate Justice Brett Kavanaugh swore in Vice President JD Vance. In his inaugural address, President Trump declared, "The golden age of America begins right now," emphasizing a vision of national renewal and strength. 

The inauguration was attended by notable figures, including tech industry leaders Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg, as well as former presidents and their spouses. The traditional inaugural parade was relocated indoors to the Capital One Arena due to the inclement weather. 

Following the ceremony, President Trump signed a series of executive orders, including the withdrawal of the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization, a freeze on federal hiring, and the designation of Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. He also issued pardons for over 1,500 individuals convicted in relation to the January 6 Capitol riot. 

In his address, President Trump outlined plans to tackle inflation, deport undocumented migrants with criminal records, and declare a national emergency at the southern border. He also expressed intentions to overturn policies from the previous administration. 

The inauguration was met with a range of reactions, including public celebrations by supporters and protests by opponents, reflecting the nation's diverse perspectives on the new administration.