Donald Trump’s Inauguration Day: When and How to Watch Live

It is short, simple, administered by the Chief Justice (John Roberts since 2005) and repeated by the President-elect. In accordance with Article II, Section I of the United States Constitution, it reads: “I (name) do solemnly swear (or affirm) 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.” So help me God.”

Who will attend Trump’s inauguration?

The Presidential Inaugural Platform will accommodate nearly 1,400 inaugural guests, including members of the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, Supreme Court justices, former presidents, and Trump and his Vice President, JD Vance, and their families.

Who will perform at Trump’s inauguration?

According to Associated Presscountry music star Carrie Underwood will perform America the Beautiful at the inauguration, and other performers will include two of the president-elect’s musical favorites, country singer Lee Greenwood and opera singer Christopher Macchio.

Trump’s last inauguration featured the not-so-famous Toby Keith, 3 Doors Down and The Piano Guys, while several very famous people (Elton John, The Beach Boys, Charlotte Church, Céline Dion, etc.) have said they were asked and turned down .

What is the theme of Trump’s inauguration?

According to the JCCIC website, the theme for the 60th inaugural ceremonies is “Our Enduring Democracy: A Constitutional Promise,” recognizing “the commitment of the Founders to future generations of Americans to preserve the continuity and stability of our democratic system of government.”

Are protests expected?

Yes. There will be one People’s March on Jan. 18, organized by a coalition of feminist organizations that includes Abortion Action Now, SisterSong, Planned Parenthood, the National Women’s Law Center and the Women’s March. The National Action Networkunder its president and founder, Reverend Al Sharpton, will host a rally at MLK Jr. Day/Inauguration Day. And some DC residents are reportedly taking down their Airbnb listing for the weekend in protest against Trump.

Didn’t Trump skip Biden’s inauguration day?

He did so, marking the first time an incumbent had skipped his successor’s inauguration since Andrew Johnson refused to attend Ulysses S. Grant’s first inauguration in 1869. Or, as the JCCIC puts it somewhat delicately: “This tradition has endured, with few exceptions, since 1837, when Martin Van Buren and Andrew Jackson rode together in a carriage made of wood taken from the USS Constitution.”

When will Trump begin working as president?

Immediately. Trump has said he plans to sign a flurry of executive orders on “day one” of the new administration, and that is Monday. Although there are no signs that he is going through with the idea of ​​installing a “little desk” in the Capitol on Inauguration Day, which he considered during his presidential campaign, when he returns to the White House he will immediately put his name to more than 100 pieces of paperworkon topics that include border security, immigration (and deportation), and the economy. And yes, that could include his threatened 25 percent rate on Canadian imports.

Are there any events outside of inauguration day?

Yes. On Saturday, January 18, a presidential reception and fireworks display will take place at the Trump National Golf Club in Virginia. There will also be a cabinet reception and deputy chairman’s dinner.

Sunday’s events will include a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery and, with a slightly different vibe, Trump’s MAGA “Victory Rally” at Capital One Arena in Washington. There will also be a candlelit dinner.