Here's when President-elect Donald Trump will take office

Former US President Donald Trump has secured a second term in office, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris in the recent election. Trump won the necessary electoral votes, claiming key battleground states, including Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan. In Tennessee, he received 64% of the vote, according to the Associated Press.

This victory marks one of the most remarkable political comebacks in history, reported USA Today. It follows Trump’s disputed claims of election fraud in 2020, felony convictions, and surviving two assassination attempts.

When Will Trump and J.D. Vance Be Sworn In?

The inauguration ceremony is scheduled for Monday, 20 January 2025, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC.

Time of the Ceremony

The swearing-in begins at noon.

Events on Inauguration Day

Organised by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC), Inauguration Day will feature the swearing-in, inaugural address, and traditional pass in review. Past inaugurations have featured high-profile performers and speakers such as Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Amanda Gorman.

The day's lineup includes both pre- and post-ceremony events, such as the Inaugural Parade and Inaugural Balls.

Full Schedule of Events

• Procession to the Capitol: The outgoing president accompanies the president-elect to the Capitol for the swearing-in ceremony.
• Vice President’s Swearing-In: The vice president-elect will take the oath of office on the inaugural platform.
• President’s Swearing-In: The president-elect repeats the oath of office.
• Inaugural Address: The newly sworn-in president presents their vision and goals for the nation.
• Honorary Departure: The outgoing president and first lady depart the Capitol.
• Signing Ceremony: The new president signs nominations and possibly memorandums, proclamations, or executive orders with aides and members of Congress.
• Inaugural Luncheon: The president attends a traditional luncheon in Statuary Hall hosted by the JCCIC.
• Pass in Review: The president and vice president review military troops before leading a procession down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House, featuring ceremonial military regiments, citizens’ groups, marching bands, and floats.

Key Dates Leading Up to Inauguration

The Independent highlights the following timeline leading up to Inauguration Day:

• 11 November: Transition briefings commence, with agencies preparing incoming officials.
• 26 November: Trump is set for sentencing in New York on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to a hush-money case.
• 11 December: State governors issue certificates of ascertainment to formally designate electors.
• 17 December: Electors meet in each state to cast their official votes.
• 25 December: Deadline for Electoral College votes to arrive in Washington, D.C.
• 3 January: The new Congress convenes, with the House electing a Speaker.
• 6 January: Congress certifies Electoral College votes, officially confirming Trump’s election.
• 20 January: Trump’s second inauguration, marking the start of his new term in office.