The 60th Presidential Inauguration Ceremony

Inauguration Ceremony Overview

• Introduction

  • Welcome by the acting dean of the Diplomatic Corps, Mr. AB.

  • Formal greetings exchanged between dignitaries, including President Biden and President Trump.

Notable Attendees

• Former Presidents and Vice Presidents Present

  • William J. Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton.

  • George W. Bush and Laura Bush.

  • Barack H. Obama.

  • Dan Quayle and Michael Pence.

• Supreme Court Justices Present

  • Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and Associate Justices.

Event Highlights

• Performance

  • The Armed Forces Chorus and tenor Christopher D. Maio performed "O America."

• Ceremony Participants

  • Escorting officials included members from both the House and Senate, emphasizing bipartisanship.

Presidential Oath Ceremony

• Administration of Oaths

  • Vice Presidential oath administered by Associate Justice Kavanaugh.

  • Presidential oath administered by Chief Justice Roberts.

President Donald J. Trump’s Inaugural Address

• Key Themes in the Address

  • Revitalization of America

    • A commitment to restore respect and prosperity to the nation.

  • America First Policy

    • A focus on sovereignty, safety, and justice.

  • Critique of Current Government

    • Described prevailing issues like trust crises and ineffective governance.

• Call for National Unity

  • Reiterated importance of civic responsibility and fellowship.

  • Reference to the fight for American ideals, including hope, safety, and peace for all citizens.

Policy Plans Announced

• Immediate Actions

  • Declaration of national emergencies concerning immigration and energy.

  • Introduction of policies to reclaim borders and manage foreign criminal activities.

  • Economic policies aimed at reversing inflation through energy production and manufacturing resurgence.

  • Commitment to end government censorship and uphold free speech.

Invocation and Benediction

• Religious Leaders’ Prayers

  • Invocation led by Archbishop Timothy Dolan and Reverend Franklin Graham, highlighting dependence on divine guidance.

  • Emphasized unity, morality, and America’s foundational values during prayers.

Conclusion and Celebration

• Final Remarks

  • Emphasis on maintaining America’s great legacy through collective effort and national pride.

  • Performance of "America the Beautiful" by Carrie Underwood and the Armed Forces Chorus commemorating the unity and beauty of the nation.

• National Anthem

  • Ceremony concludes with the playing of the national anthem.

• Departure

  • Attendees remain seated as the President and official party depart from the platform.