The new entrant to the White House plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of the oldest democracies and his decisions have far-reaching impacts on the world.
This is the second time Trump will be in the saddle – this time after defeating Kamala Harris in the trumpeted 2024 presidential election.
Chief Justice John Roberts of the US Supreme Court administered the oath of office to President Trump.
Before the ceremony, Trump met President Biden at the White House and attended a prayer service at a Washington church alongside his wife, Melania Trump.
Due to severe cold weather in Washington, DC, the inauguration ceremony was held indoors for the first time in 40 years.
In his opening remarks, Trump thanked his predecessor and Vice President Kamala Harris, declaring, “The golden age of America begins right now.”
He expressed confidence that the US would prosper again and regain respect worldwide.
Trump pledged that his administration would not allow the nation to be taken advantage of, vowing, “Every single day of the Trump administration, I will simply put America first.”
He promised to “reclaim” the sovereignty of the U.S., ensure safety, and “rebalance” the scales of justice.
Trump stated that his top priority was to build a free, proud, and prosperous nation, proclaiming, “America will soon be greater, stronger, and far more exceptional than ever before.”
He said, “We are at the start of a thrilling new era of national success,” emphasizing that a “tide of change is sweeping the country,” with America poised to seize this unprecedented opportunity.
Outlining his plans for executive orders, Trump pledged to initiate the “complete restoration of America and a revolution of common sense.”
He announced his intent to declare a “national emergency” at the southern border, halting illegal entry and beginning the process of deporting “millions of criminal aliens.”
He vowed to reinstate the “remain in Mexico” policy, end “catch and release,” and deploy troops to the border to combat what he described as a “disastrous invasion.” Additionally, he pledged to designate cartels as foreign terrorist organizations.
