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Donald Trump sworn in as 47th president of United States

The ceremony, held on Monday around noon in Washington DC, marked a return to long-standing traditions amid extreme weather conditions and chilly winds
01:15 AM Jan 21, 2025 IST | SURINDER SINGH OBEROI
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New Delhi, Jan 20: Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th president of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts, amid thunderous applause marking a remarkable political comeback following his felony convictions.

His vice president, JD Vance, took the oath of office from Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term as 47th President of the United States in an inauguration ceremony. The ceremony, held on Monday around noon in Washington DC, marked a return to long-standing traditions amid extreme weather conditions and chilly winds.

The ceremony, traditionally held outdoors at the U.S. Capitol, took place indoors within the Capitol Rotunda, where a select audience of 600 guests witnessed the historic moment amid a forecast of freezing temperatures with a wind chill of -13°C.

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First Lady Melania Trump, accompanying the President, started inauguration day wearing an outfit that matched her usual First Lady style of well-fitted clothes, high heels, and a cream ribbon navy hat.

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Massive security arrangements were seen in and around Capitol Hills as said by few commentators said that it was seven levels with around 45,000 security troops, including national guards, police and secret service.

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In a display of political unity, Trump, wearing his traditional black overcoat and wine colour tie, attended a morning church service at St. John’s Church alongside some of the world's most influential tech leaders, including Meta's Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon's Jeff Bezos, Google's Sundar Pichai, and Apple's Tim Cook. This marked the first public appearance of Trump and his wife, Melania, on inauguration day.

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Cabinet nominees and former presidents were also respectively received at the ceremony in the rotunda of the US Capitol all decked up for the oath ceremony.

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The ceremonial transfer of power included the revival of a long-standing tradition discarded four years ago. Ahead of the oath ceremony, Trump and Melania were welcomed at the White House by outgoing President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for tea, an event that symbolises the peaceful transfer of power. The meeting, which took place behind closed doors, was a moment of cordiality and respect, with Biden reportedly greeting Trump with the words "Welcome home."

Trump's return to the White House after much of his insult in the last four years and court cases, an extraordinary political comeback followed his first term, which ended with two impeachments and a refusal to concede his 2020 election defeat. His second inauguration, however, has been marked by his determination to reshape the country according to his vision as well as much accepted crowd and democrats receiving President Trump with a more welcome gesture.

Biden, in his final hours in office, issued a series of pre-emptive pardons for several figures he described as being "threatened with criminal prosecutions" under the incoming administration. Among those pardoned were Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former chief medical adviser; retired General Mark Milley, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; and members of the congressional committee that investigated the January 6 Capitol attack. The pardons reflect Biden's efforts to shield individuals who played key roles in his administration and in holding Trump accountable during his first term.

In his inaugural address, Trump emphasized themes of unity and success, addressing a crowd of thousands of supporters gathered outside an arena where he was scheduled to speak later. His administration has indicated plans to declare a "national emergency" at the U.S.-Mexico border, alongside a flurry of executive actions aimed at reshaping policies across various sectors.

Trump is going to move swiftly in the day, with expectations of signing over 200 executive orders on his first day back in office. These orders are set to cover a broad spectrum of issues, including mass deportation operations, environmental deregulation, and the elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies within the military. Additional directives will focus on advancing artificial intelligence programs, forming a new Department of Government Efficiency, and releasing classified records related to the 1963 assassination of John F. Kennedy.

As Trump embarks on his second term, the political landscape remains deeply divided. His supporters view his return as a vindication of their grievances, while his critics fear a period of intensified retribution and policy reversals. Regardless, Trump's re-inauguration underscores the resilience of his political influence and sets the stage for a contentious four years ahead.