LIVE: Donald Trump’s inauguration 17:00 UTC Monday, January 20, 2025

The 47th Presidential Inauguration: Donald J. Trump Takes Office

On Monday, January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump was officially sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. The ceremony reached its historic climax at 12:00 PM ET (17:00 UTC), marking the beginning of his second non-consecutive term.

A Historic Indoor Ceremony

For the first time in 40 years, the swearing-in ceremony was moved indoors to the U.S. Capitol Rotunda due to extreme weather conditions and record-breaking freezing temperatures in Washington, D.C.

Key Moments and Facts:

• The Oath of Office: Administered by Chief Justice John Roberts exactly at noon.
• Vice President: JD Vance was sworn in as the Vice President, supporting the “America First” agenda.
• “Liberation Day”: In his inaugural address, President Trump declared January 20, 2025, as a day of liberation and the start of a “Golden Age of America.”
• First Actions: Immediately after the ceremony, the President signed executive orders focused on border security and economic reforms.

Watch the Full Event

Relive the historic 2025 Inauguration Day, from the morning prayer service to the inaugural address delivered from the heart of the Capitol.

Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony for his second term as President of the United States is scheduled to begin at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) – 17:00 UTC / GMT on Monday, January 20, 2025.

This event coincides with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, making it a historically significant occasion. However, due to cold weather forecasts, the ceremony is set to be moved indoors to the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.

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