President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration will be held indoors in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda due to anticipated freezing temperatures, arctic winds, and icy conditions expected over the weekend. Trump cited safety concerns for attendees, including law enforcement, first responders, and supporters. Capital One Arena will host live viewing of the inauguration ceremonies and the presidential parade.
President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath of office indoors due to the freezing temperatures expected during his inaugural ceremonies.The extreme temperatures, frigid winds, and icy conditions expected from a blast of arctic air and anticipated snow over the weekend prompted the move. The Rotunda is prepared as the inclement weather alternative for each inauguration, the Associated Press reported.
Trump also announced that Capital One Arena in downtown Washington would be open on Monday for live viewing of the inauguration ceremonies and to host the presidential parade. He said he would join the crowd at the arena after being sworn in. Sunday’s victory rally and Monday’s inaugural balls will take place as scheduled.No alternate plans have been released for the more than roughly 250,000 ticketed guests who expected to view the inauguration from the Capitol grounds.
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