Donald J. Trump has been officially inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States of America. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Monday, January 20, 2025, inside the Capitol Rotunda, relocated indoors due to what meteorologists predicted to be the coldest inauguration day in 40 years.
Historic Ceremony
Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath of office to Trump, while Vice President JD Vance was sworn in by Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The ceremony was attended by former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton, along with outgoing President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Trump’s return to the White House comes after a narrow victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the November 2024 presidential election.
Inaugural Address: “A Golden Age for America”
In his inaugural speech, President Trump declared, “The golden age of America starts now.” He pledged to end the perceived “weaponization” of the Department of Justice and promised to restore balance to the scales of justice.
Trump emphasized that his administration would be dedicated to a “strong pursuit of excellence” and expressed optimism about the significance of his return to the presidency.
“It is my hope that our recent presidential election will be remembered as the greatest and most consequential election in the history of our country,” he stated.
A Return to the White House
Trump’s inauguration marks his second tenure as president, having previously served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021. His re-election signals a continuation of his political legacy and a renewed focus on his administration’s priorities.
As Trump begins his second term, the nation anticipates the impact of his policies on domestic and international fronts.