President-Elect Trump to Take Oath of Office
January 19, 2017
“I do solemnly swear…” will be echoing across America as the president-elect, Donald J. Trump, is sworn in to office as the 45th President of the United States.
Trump, elected on Nov. 8, will be President Barack Obama’s predecessor. Obama served two terms before Trump’s election.
Trump’s inauguration will take place on Jan. 20 and he will take the oath of office in front of the Capitol building following his vice-president, Mike Pence.
According to senate.gov, the theme of this inauguration, the 58th in the history of America, is “Uniquely American.” It symbolizes the unique celebration of the Constitution through the peaceful transition between presidents.
The Welcome Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 19 will hold performances from Toby Keith, 3 Doors Down, Lee Greenwood, and more, according to USA Today.
Following this day of celebration is the inauguration itself. At approximately noon, the ceremony will begin with a performance by the United States Marine Band and welcoming remarks by Roy Blunt, according to senate.gov.
The Missouri State University Chorale will lead into Vice-President Mike Pence’s oath.
Before Trump is sworn in as president, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir will perform. Trump will give an inaugural address and 16-year-old Jackie Evancho will close the ceremony with a rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner.
His swearing-in follows a large amount of controversy after government officials blamed Russian hackers for tampering with the election, according to CNN.
Roughly 50 democratic congressmen and women are missing the inauguration and some have chosen to boycott the presidency.
Boycotts and protests are expected to break records set at the inauguration of Richard Nixon, when 25,000 activists marched on Washngton, according to the Washington Times.
The Women’s March on Washington, set for Saturday, is expecting 200,000 supporters.
The National Park has provided a total of 22 group permits for protest, according to NBC News.
During the inauguration and parade thereafter, 3,200 police officers will be on duty to escort the new president to the White House to begin his term.
