Inauguration Day
Inauguration Day: A Special Politiical Event In The USA.
Inauguration Day is a special political event in the United States, marking the commencement of a new presidential term. On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President, with J.D. Vance as Vice President. This inauguration was particularly notable as it coincided with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, adding historical significance to the proceedings.
Blair House
Church Service
White House
Ceremony Details:
Venue: Due to anticipated cold weather, the swearing-in ceremony was held indoors in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, a departure from the traditional outdoor setting.
- Attendance: The indoor venue limited attendance to approximately 700 guests, significantly fewer than the originally expected 250,000 attendees.
- Oaths of Office: Chief Justice John Roberts administered the presidential oath to Donald Trump, while Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh administered the vice-presidential oath to J.D. Vance
Swearing In Ceremonies
Inauguration Speech
First Executive Orders
Luncheon On Capital Hill
Capital One Event
Capital One Exec Orders
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued several executive orders immediately after his inauguration, signaling significant policy shifts. Below is an overview of these orders:
1. Reversal of Electric Vehicle Policies
President Trump signed an executive order to reverse several of the previous administration’s electric vehicle (EV) policies. This order aims to undo incentives for EV adoption and halt funding for EV charging infrastructure.
2. Withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO)
An executive order was issued for the United States to withdraw from the World Health Organization, effective within a year.
3. Attempt to End Birthright Citizenship
President Trump signed an executive order to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants, set to take effect in 30 days.
4. Dismantling Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Programs and Preparing a Transgender Military Ban
On his first day back in office, President Trump targeted protections for LGBTQ+ Americans through several executive actions.
5. Application of Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act to TikTok
An executive order was issued applying the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act to TikTok.
Initial Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions
President Trump signed an executive order titled “Initial Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions,” which aims to revoke certain policies from the previous administration deemed detrimental.
These executive orders indicate a significant shift in federal policies, reflecting the administration’s priorities in areas such as environmental regulation, public health, immigration, LGBTQ+ rights, data security, and international relations.