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Pres. Donald Trump moves swiftly to implement his new agenda after inauguration

Donald Trump took the presidential oath for a second time at the Capitol.

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Last updated: Tuesday, January 21, 2025 5:03AM GMT
Trump returns to power in historic inauguration
Dignitaries from across Washington and around the world gathered into the U.S. Capitol Rotunda to watch power transfer peacefully from Democratic former President Joe Biden to his Republican successor, Donald Trump.

WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump returned from a campaign-style rally at a Washington, D.C., arena to the White House to sign more executive orders, including a sweeping one that pardoned those convicted of storming the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Earlier after taking the oath of office and events at the Capitol, Trump spoke to a roaring crowd at Capital One Arena, where he also signed several executive orders.

Now that he's finished signing the orders, Trump is attending several inaugural balls.

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Jan 20, 2025, 10:40 AM

Photos show inauguration events, preps, protests

From events for the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump to excitement from eager attendees and outrage from protesters, here's a look at the most recent photos.

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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump attend the Commander-In-Chief inaugural ball in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025.
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Jan 20, 2025, 5:28 PM GMT

Trump: 'The golden age of America begins right now'

Trump began his inaugural remarks with a line he's said repeatedly since his election.

"The golden age of America begins right now," he said.

"Our sovereignty will be reclaimed, our safety will be restored, the scales of justice will be rebalanced."

Cheers erupted in the freezing cold in the line outside the Capital One Arena as Trump supporters huddled together, glued to their phones watching Trump take the oath of office.

Donald Trump, center left, takes the oath of office during the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.
Donald Trump, center left, takes the oath of office during the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.
Jan 20, 2025, 5:09 PM GMT

Trump is sworn into office for a 2nd term, capping historic comeback

Trump just took the oath for a second time. Melania Trump and their children surrounded him as he did so.

Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th president of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts as Melania Trump holds the Bible during the 60th Presidential Inauguration.
Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th president of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts as Melania Trump holds the Bible during the 60th Presidential Inauguration.

Trump and Biden shook hands after he took the oath. Kamala Harris, who was standing next to Biden, clapped quietly.

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Jan 20, 2025, 5:08 PM GMT

JD Vance takes oath of office

JD Vance just took the oath of office with his wife, Usha, and their three children by his side.

JD Vance is sworn in as vice president by Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh as Usha Vance holds the Bible during the 60th Presidential Inauguration.
JD Vance is sworn in as vice president by Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh as Usha Vance holds the Bible during the 60th Presidential Inauguration.
Jan 20, 2025, 5:00 PM GMT

Theme for inauguration is 'our enduring democracy'

Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Republican Sen. Deb Fischer, who sit on the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, are speaking on the importance of democracy.

"Our theme this year is our enduring democracy, the presence of so many presidents and vice presidents here today is truly a testament to that endurance," Klobuchar said in her opening remarks.

Fischer noted the past several years have been a "trying" time for the nation but today's events marks its 60th inauguration ceremony.

"Endurance through the years is the ultimate test," she said. "To persevere through time is the truest measure of an idea."

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