History is on the brink of being made in America with all eyes on Donald Trump's coronation. This year's ceremony breaks with tradition, taking place indoors within the halls of Congress instead of outdoors. Contrary to fears of an attack, harsh winter conditions and heavy snowfall have dictated this change. Yet supporters have already flocked to Washington D.C., igniting fireworks and rallying despite the freezing cold. Chief Justice John Roberts will administer the oath of office to Trump. According to Indian Standard Time, the inauguration will occur at 10:30 PM on Monday. For the first time, foreign guests will grace the swearing-in ceremony.
Donald Trump has made his way to Washington with his family on a specially designated flight, Air Mission-47. This denotes his status as the 47th President. The atmosphere surrounding this event is mixed—with some in opposition and others amongst the disappointed supporters, owing to the indoor setting of the ceremony. The lack of a public gathering dampened the enthusiasm among Trump's followers, many of whom intended to participate but were left disheartened due to the venue constraints.
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In American political history, it’s nearly unprecedented for a former president to make such a comeback four years after leaving the White House. Yet Donald Trump is poised to make history by achieving this formidable feat, matching a record set by Grover Cleveland over 131 years ago. Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th President, was the first to return after an interlude, and Trump is set to mirror this significant milestone.
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The Ceremony Won't Take Place Under the Open Sky
Trump’s inauguration will set its own record. Last time, he took his oath under the open sky. This time, due to extreme cold, the inauguration is set to occur inside the Capitol Rotunda. Weather conditions forced this decision, just as they did in 1985 for Ronald Reagan’s ceremonial oath-taking. Thus, for the first time in 40 years, the capitol will host this significant occasion within its walls.
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Trump's Directives
Commenting on the indoor arrangements, Trump emphasized the ongoing icy storm sweeping America near the North Pole. He expressed concern for public safety, leading to the decision to host his inaugural speech within the Capitol’s Rotunda.
Eminent Personalities Attending the Ceremony
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Argentine President Javier Milei, and Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni are expected at the event. In contrast, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron have opted out despite invitations. Yet, allies like Germany, Japan, and Australia plan to send representatives. China's Vice President Han Zheng will represent his nation, marking a Chinese official’s historic presence. Furthermore, India will be represented by Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar.
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Breaking Traditions at the Inauguration
The prestigious event will also see Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, along with Nita Ambani. The likes of Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Amazon's Executive Chairman, and Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg are slated to attend, setting new precedents and spanning across various traditions as Trump takes on another historic yet unconventional oath of office.
