Washington, January 20, 2025: Donald Trump was officially sworn in for a second term as the 47th President of the United States, marking a historic moment in U.S. politics. Arriving at Capitol Hill with his wife, Melania Trump, he took the oath of office in a ceremony attended by key political figures, including President Joe Biden, former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton, as well as prominent business leaders like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Sundar Pichai.
Trump was sworn in by U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts. Following the oath-taking, a 21-gun salute was fired in honor of the new president. The ceremony was held at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C., and saw a notable turnout from across political and business sectors.
Prior to Trump’s swearing-in, newly elected U.S. Vice President JD Vance took the oath of office. The presence of three former U.S. presidents and several influential business figures highlighted the significance of the event.
Before the official ceremony, Trump and his wife attended a church prayer service. Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, were also present, continuing a long-standing tradition of prayer and reflection before taking office.
In light of severe cold weather conditions in Washington D.C., the swearing-in ceremony was held indoors for the first time in 40 years. After taking the oath, President Trump is expected to address the nation, laying out his vision for the upcoming term.
Trump, 78, swore on two Bibles—one being the same Bible used by President Abraham Lincoln during his swearing-in in 1861, and the other a Bible given to him by his late mother, Mary Anne MacLeod Trump. The two Bibles symbolized both continuity in U.S. history and personal significance for the president.
As part of his first actions in office, Trump is expected to sign several executive orders that will take immediate effect, shaping the direction of his second term.
In a customary gesture of respect, President-elect Trump met with outgoing President Joe Biden before the ceremony, continuing the tradition of a peaceful transfer of power. The meeting between the two leaders was brief, but marked a key moment of cooperation as the nation transitions into the next phase of its leadership.
