Monday January 20, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump takes oath on the day of his Presidential Inauguration at the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., Jan. 20, 2025. (Reuters Photo)
President Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term in office, signaling a significant transformation in the U.S. government that is anticipated to have far-reaching effects on American society and the global community.
"I, Donald John Trump do solemnly swear that I will 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," Trump said in brief remarks at the U.S. Capitol.
bewsinsideFollowing the inauguration, the president is slated to depart the Capitol and head to the nearby Capital One Arena, where he will address his supporters during a rally that will also feature a presidential parade. It remains unclear how the parade, which would normally run from the Capitol up Pennsylvania Ave. to the White House, will be featured within the venue.
Trump announced Friday that his inaugural events would move indoors due to frigid temperatures across the capital region.