In a historic ceremony held on January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, marking his unprecedented return to the White House for a second, non-consecutive term.
Inauguration Highlights:
Indoor Ceremony: Due to extreme cold and high winds, the inauguration took place inside the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, a departure from the traditional outdoor setting.
Oath of Office: President Trump took the oath without placing his hand on a Bible, as his wife, Melania Trump, faced challenges presenting the Bibles in time. This deviation sparked discussions but is constitutionally permissible.
Inaugural Address: In his speech, President Trump declared, “America’s decline is over,” emphasizing a renewed focus on national strength and unity.
Notable Attendees: The ceremony was attended by tech leaders such as Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, as well as former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Notably, former First Lady Michelle Obama did not attend, citing opposition to President Trump’s policies.
First Actions in Office:Immediately following the ceremony, President Trump signed several executive orders, including:Withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord: Reinstating a focus on energy independence.
Pardons: Issuing pardons for over 1,500 individuals charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol events.
Global Reactions:World leaders expressed a range of reactions to President Trump’s inauguration:Supportive: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised President Trump’s leadership.Critical: Panama’s President José Raúl Mulino refuted President Trump’s claim to retake the Panama Canal, affirming its continued Panamanian ownership.
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