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Trump Takes Oath as U.S. President in Historic Ceremony
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The presidential inauguration ceremonies in Washington reflect the authenticity of American democratic traditions and their ability to maintain state institutions' continuity
Donald Trump began his presidency of the United States by taking the constitutional oath in a historic ceremony held inside the Capitol building, becoming the country's 47th president, in an event that confirms the strength of the American democratic system.
The president-elect began his day by visiting St. John's Church before heading to the White House, where outgoing President Joe Biden welcomed him at the traditional "tea meeting," greeting him with "Welcome to your home," and leaving him a personal letter in the Oval Office.
J.D. Vance had the honor of taking the oath as vice president, recording his name as the third youngest person to hold this position in American history, while outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris welcomed him at the White House.
The ceremony arrangements underwent substantial changes due to severe weather conditions, with the inauguration ceremony being moved from its traditional location on the Capitol steps to inside the building, the first such instance since Ronald Reagan's inauguration in 1985.
The new administration is preparing to launch a "shock and awe" campaign by issuing more than 100 executive orders, covering vital issues such as energy, immigration, and other domestic and foreign files.
An elite group of country music stars performed at the ceremony, including famous singer Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, and "Rascal Flatts," adding a cultural dimension to the historic event.
The ceremony was distinguished by the distribution of more than 220,000 tickets and notable attendance by former presidents and technology sector leaders, reflecting the event's exceptional importance. This year's ceremonies coincided with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the third such intersection in American history, adding a symbolic dimension to the occasion.
The day's program included a series of precisely organized events, starting with security screening gates opening at 5:00 AM, through musical performances, to the inaugural parade.
Presidential inauguration traditions, continuing since George Washington's era in 1789, reflect the depth of the American democratic experience, especially with its evolution through the 20th Amendment to the Constitution in 1933, which moved the date to January 20th.
Observers expect the Senate to vote today on Trump's nominees for the Defense and State Departments, in a step paving the way for forming the new administration and beginning its actual work.
It's worth noting that the constitutional oath taken by Trump affirms his commitment to faithfully execute the presidency's duties and preserve and protect the Constitution, concluding with the phrase "So help me God" which has become a tradition since President Herbert Hoover's era.
Levant-Agencies
