Donald Trump will be sworn in for a second term as President of the United States on January 20th, 2025. This inauguration will be a mix of traditional ceremonies and Trump's signature brand of spectacle, with a focus on celebrating his return to power after a four-year absence.
Donald Trump is set to return to Washington on Saturday, kicking off a weekend of celebrations marking his second inauguration as president. This comes four years after he departed the city amidst the fallout of the January 6th Capitol attack. The power transition will unfold against a backdrop of both solemnity and Trump's signature brand of spectacle, culminating in a fireworks display at one of his luxury golf properties.
A gathering of prominent figures, including tech industry leaders, business associates, conservative media personalities, and thousands of his loyal supporters from across the nation, are expected to attend.As Washington braces for frigid temperatures on Inauguration Day, organizers are scrambling to relocate most of the outdoor events, including the swearing-in ceremony, indoors. Trump, a Republican, left office in 2021 after refusing to accept his loss in the election, leading to the Capitol breach. He broke with tradition by skipping Democrat Joe Biden's inauguration. In stark contrast to Trump's actions, Biden will uphold one of the most enduring symbols of a peaceful transfer of power: welcoming Trump to the White House and accompanying him to the Capitol before he takes the oath of office. Trump's first inauguration eight years ago saw him enter as an outsider disrupting Washington norms, delivering a somber address amidst large protests and clashes in the streets. This time, the protests are anticipated to be significantly less pronounced, overshadowed by the ceremonies and festivities surrounding Trump's return to power.Adding to the significance of Trump's comeback, the events surrounding his inauguration will be more celebrity-centric than his last term, with a notable presence from tech billionaires. Country music stars Carrie Underwood, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jason Aldean, the disco band Village People, rapper Nelly, and musician Kid Rock are all scheduled to perform at inauguration-related events. Actor Jon Voight and wrestler Hulk Hogan also are expected to make appearances, alongside a group of Trump-aligned business executives: Tesla and X CEO Elon Musk, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, and TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew.The festivities commence on Saturday with President-elect Trump departing his Florida residence for Washington. Details regarding Trump's activities during the first part of the day remain undisclosed, with the only public event on his schedule being an evening reception and fireworks display at Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia. While Trump hosts at his club, Vice President-elect JD Vance will attend a reception for Cabinet members and host a dinner in Washington. On Sunday, the eve of his inauguration, Trump is scheduled to participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery before heading to a rally at Capital One Arena in Washington. The rally will be followed by a private dinner. Inauguration Day will begin with Trump attending the traditional prayer service at St. John’s Episcopal Church before proceeding to the White House for a customary tea with the outgoing president and first lady. Trump then travels to the Capitol, where his ceremony has been moved indoors due to the anticipated plunge in temperatures, making it the coldest Inauguration Day in 40 years. The exact details of how the ceremony will be adapted to the Capitol Rotunda, which can accommodate only 600 people, remain unclear. Over 250,000 guests had tickets to view the inauguration from around the Capitol grounds.Eight years ago, Trump's critics grappled with the decision of whether to attend his inauguration, contemplating whether to deviate from long-standing tradition and send a message to the divisive new president. This year, much of the outspoken resistance to Trump has subsided, although there will be two notable absences: former First Lady Michelle Obama and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Neither has publicly disclosed the reason for skipping the ceremony. After Trump takes the oath of office and delivers his inaugural address, there will be a ceremonial farewell to Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. As the new Republican administration assumes power, Trump will proceed to a signing ceremony at the Capitol to approve some of his initial official acts, followed by a congressional luncheon and review of U.S. troops.The planned traditional parade down Pennsylvania Avenue has been converted into an indoor event due to the cold, with Trump again planning to address his assembled supporters before heading to the White House for a signing ceremony in the Oval Office. A trio of elaborate balls will follow in the evening, featuring musical performances
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