Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States during the 60th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The oath of office was administered by U.S. Chief Justice John Roberts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Trump in a post on X, “Congratulations my dear friend President @realDonaldTrump on your historic inauguration as the 47th President of the United States! I look forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both our countries, and to shape a better future for the world. Best wishes for a successful term ahead!”
Congratulations my dear friend President @realDonaldTrump on your historic inauguration as the 47th President of the United States! I look forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both our countries, and to shape a better future for the world. Best wishes for a…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 20, 2025
Prior to Trump’s swearing-in, J.D. Vance took the oath as Vice President of the United States. Trump and outgoing President Joe Biden arrived together at the Capitol from the White House for the ceremony. Vice President-elect J.D. Vance was accompanied by outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris.
