Inauguration Details Set for January 20, 2025
Former President Donald Trump has secured a second term as President of the United States, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris in a closely contested 2024 election. The nation now turns its attention to the ceremonial transition of power, with Inauguration Day scheduled for Monday, January 20, 2025, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC.
What Happens on Inauguration Day?
The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies has organized a series of traditional events. These include:
– Swearing-In Ceremony: The president-elect will take the oath of office at noon, as prescribed by Article II, Section 1 of the US Constitution.
– Inaugural Address: President Trump will deliver a speech outlining his vision for his second term.
– Pass in Review: A military tradition where the new president inspects the armed forces.
Additional events, such as the Inaugural Parade and Inaugural Balls, will celebrate the occasion before and after the ceremony.
Presidential and Vice-Presidential Oaths of Office
President Trump will recite the constitutional oath:
“I 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.”
Vice President-elect will also be sworn in before the president-elect, repeating the standard federal oath of office taken by other officials.
A Decisive Victory in a Heated Election
Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris was decisive despite polls predicting a razor-thin race. His campaign focused on issues like inflation and immigration, resonating with voters in key swing states. His re-election comes after facing two assassination attempts over the summer, further galvanizing his supporters.
As Trump prepares for his second term, the country looks ahead to his administration’s policy priorities and the ceremonies marking his return to the Oval Office.
