On Monday, Congress will convene to officially certify Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election, marking a significant moment four years after a tumultuous Capitol riot aimed at overturning the results of the 2020 election. This year’s certification process is anticipated to be far less dramatic.
Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 20, 2025, which is a federal holiday.
Inauguration Day, observed every four years on January 20 (or January 21 if January 20 is a Sunday), will occur on a Monday in 2025. The ceremony will take place at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., starting at approximately noon Eastern Time.
The presidential oath, unchanged since 1884, involves a solemn promise to uphold the Constitution. The vice president-elect is sworn in first, followed by the president-elect, both affirming their commitment to serve the nation faithfully.
Inauguration Day will feature several key events organized by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC), including the swearing-in ceremony, inaugural address, and a military pass in review.
For those wishing to attend the inauguration, tickets will be available through Congress members, allowing the public to witness the ceremony at the Capitol grounds. These tickets are free and can be requested in the weeks leading up to the event.
This historic moment signifies not only a transition in leadership but also an opportunity for collective reflection on the democratic process in the U.S. The inauguration provides a chance to come together as a nation and reaffirm commitment to the principles of democracy.
Overall, this event represents a hopeful new chapter and serves as a reminder of the resilience of the democratic process.