Trump's inauguration — live streaming from Washington
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On Monday, January 20, Donald Trump will officially become the 47th President of the United States of America. The inauguration will take place on this day, after which the newly elected leader will become the head of the country for the second time.
Novyny.LIVE will broadcast Trump's inauguration in real time on January 20 at 12 p.m. ET.
When will Donald Trump's inauguration take place?
Official inauguration events begin on January 18. Over the weekend, Trump will hold a reception at his golf club in Sterling, Virginia. In addition, flowers will be laid at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, and later Donald Trump is scheduled to speak at the MAGA Victory rally in Washington, DC. Finally, the politician will conclude these events with a dinner with his campaign donors.
The inauguration of US President Donald Trump will take place on Monday, January 20 in front of the Capitol building in Washington, DC. The festivities will start at 12:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. Kyiv time).
Donald Trump's inauguration program
According to the official schedule, Monday will begin with a worship service. It will be held at St. John's Church on Lafayette Square in Washington, DC. Afterwards, Joe and Jill Biden will host a tea party at the White House.
Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony will begin at noon Eastern time. The inauguration will take place on the main stage on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. Trump will take the oath of office, assume the duties of the President of the United States, and swear to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States. Donald Trump will then deliver a speech. It will take place near the Capitol. After the ceremony, there will be an official farewell to Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Finally, Trump will have to sign important documents in his new status. This will take place in the Presidential Room, next to the Senate Chamber. This will be followed by a luncheon organized by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies.
Donald Trump will also inspect the troops and the inaugural parade on Pennsylvania Avenue. According to preliminary data, 7,500 people will participate.
In the evening, three balls dedicated to Trump's inauguration will take place. The new U.S. president is expected to give speeches at all of them.
Strengthening security during Trump's inauguration
As noted by the US National Security Agency, the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump could be a target for violent extremists. That's why security measures will be significantly increased.
A total of about 25,000 law enforcement and military personnel will be on hand during the inauguration. They will primarily protect Trump, as he may be targeted by those who disagree with his victory. It is noted that potential criminals may see the inauguration as their last chance to "influence" the election results. In particular, they may use fake explosions, drone flights, or ramming vehicles.
On January 20, police from around the country will arrive in D.C. The Metropolitan Police Department will be reinforced with about 4,000 officers. Another 1,000 officers are already guarding the Capitol.
Officials have been on high alert for months after two assassination attempts on Trump during the 2024 campaign and recent attacks this year in New Orleans and Las Vegas.
Who will attend Trump's inauguration?
According to The Washington Post, a number of celebrities will take part in the inauguration of Donald Trump. In particular, American country singer Carrie Underwood will perform "America the Beautiful", accompanied by the Choir of the Armed Forces and the U.S. Naval Academy. The Village People band was also invited to perform. Donald Trump danced to their hit YMCA many times during the campaign.
In addition, country musician Lee Greenwood will perform during Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony, and opera singer Christopher McKeefe will sing the national anthem at the end of the event.
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will also attend Donald Trump's inauguration. Argentine President Javier Milei and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni are also expected to attend.
Members of Congress, Supreme Court justices, top military officials, former presidents and vice presidents, and Medal of Honor recipients will be in attendance.
Will Zelensky attend Trump's inauguration?
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that he would not mind attending the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump. However, the Ukrainian leader stressed that this would happen if he received an invitation.
During the press conference, Trump said that he had not invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to his inauguration. At the same time, he added that he would be happy to see Zelenskyy if he came.
So far, there have been no official statements confirming Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Donald Trump's inauguration. Neither side has commented on it.
As a reminder, many celebrities will perform at the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Among them is Carrie Underwood, who won the American Idol talent show.
The inauguration of the newly elected President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, will take place on January 20. This event will be special because for the first time, national flags will be at half-mast during the ceremony.
