The ceremonial inauguration of Donald Trump begins with a traditional church service at St. John's Church, followed by a customary tea gathering at the White House with Joe and Jill Biden, which has been a part of the power transfer tradition since 1953.
Due to the low temperatures in Washington, the ceremony is held indoors in the Capitol Rotunda, deviating from the usual outdoor setting. The last time this occurred was in 1985 during Ronald Reagan's inauguration.
At 9:30 AM local time, musical performances and welcoming speeches will commence on the West Front of the Capitol. The highlight will be the oath-taking by Donald Trump and Vice President Jay D. Vance, followed by the presidential inaugural address, which starts at noon local time (7:00 PM Kyiv time).
Afterward, Trump will sign key documents in the presidential room, followed by a luncheon with members of Congress. The official proceedings will conclude with a parade along Pennsylvania Avenue featuring military and artistic groups. The evening will end with three formal balls where Trump will deliver speeches. At each event, the 47th President of the United States will address the guests, highlighting key priorities.
It is already known that approximately 200,000 guests are expected, including not only Trump supporters but also his opponents. Additionally, prominent politicians such as Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Barack Obama, and George Bush have decided to attend the ceremony. Celebrities are also part of this historic moment, with country singer Carrie Underwood and the disco group The Village People, who previously supported Trump, among the performers.