Donald Trump was sworn in on Monday as the 47th president of the United States, marking a historic political comeback. Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath of office inside the Capitol Rotunda at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. This inauguration, the 60th in U.S. history, is also Trump’s second, making him only the second president to serve non-consecutive terms. His return to power follows a tumultuous period that…

The country singers Carrie Underwood and Lee Greenwood and the tenor Christopher Macchio are all scheduled to sing at the swearing-in ceremony. Current pop hitmakers won’t be performing at the inauguration ceremony. Instead, the program will feature two country singers — Carrie Underwood and Lee Greenwood — and an opera singer, Christopher Macchio. Here is more about them: Carrie Underwood Ms. Underwood, 41, is scheduled to sing “America the Beautiful”…

US President-elect Donald Trump entered the Capitol Rotunda for his swearing-in ceremony shortly after Vice President-elect JD Vance. Vance had entered the room moments earlier, greeting President Joe Biden with a handshake before proceeding to his seat. Next, Vance was sworn into office, followed by Trump, who then delivered his inaugural address. The address focused on the theme of “restoring confidence” in America, as stated by an incoming White House…

Flights to the airport near the inauguration ceremonies are experiencing delays for security reasons, according to a Federal Aviation Administration bulletin. Passengers on flights heading to Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, just outside Washington, DC, reported to CNN that Transportation Security Administration agents are conducting additional ID checks and screenings at the gates. The FAA warned that “inauguration day activities” could “significantly impact operations” at Reagan National Airport. As…

In the lead-up to Monday’s inauguration, President Biden and his wife Jill hosted Trump for a cup of tea at the White House. But four years ago, Trump did not extend the same invitation — an inauguration-day tradition — to Biden. Why? Al Jazeera correspondent Kimberly Halkett explains it has to do with Trump’s false claims that his defeat in the 2020 election was marred by fraud. “It didn’t [happen]…

Sir Keir Starmer’s government had been optimistic about getting an accord with Mauritius Britain will await Donald Trump’s blessing before finalising a deal with Mauritius over the future of a strategic UK-US military base in the Indian Ocean, according to people familiar with the talks. The UK government had in recent weeks been optimistic about securing an agreement with Mauritius over the Chagos Islands before the president-elect is sworn…

Donald Trump’s inauguration day is set to be a historic and memorable event, with a packed schedule of activities and ceremonies. Here’s a breakdown of what’s in store:

Donald Trump and wife Melania have arrived at St John’s Episcopal Church for a prayer service ahead of his inauguration ceremony at midday (5pm GMT). The president-elect’s motorcade departed Blair House, a guest house of the sitting US president located in Washington DC, a short while ago. Mr Trump’s family took their places inside the church before the arrival of the soon-to-be president. After the service, Mr Trump and his…

The 47th US president poised to lead backlash against Hague-based court’s ruling on Israeli PM Donald Trump could sanction the International Criminal Court (ICC) this week over its arrest warrant issued for Benjamin Netanyahu, Foreign Office insiders believe. Karim Khan KC, the British lawyer who is the ICC’s chief prosecutor, may be personally targeted in the action, given the fierce criticism of Mr Trump’s allies over his decision. The move could…

President Joe Biden will participate in a series of Inauguration Day traditions of US President-elect Donald Trump, marking his last day at the White House. Despite his frustrations over the political dynamics that led to his departure, Biden has chosen to uphold the ceremonial customs associated with the peaceful transfer of power.   White House officials confirmed that Biden will host Trump and First Lady Melania Trump for tea at the…

Pope Francis sent a heartfelt message to incoming U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday, offering his cordial greetings and extending prayers for wisdom, strength, and protection as Trump assumes office. In his message, the Pope expressed his hope for a future where ‘there is no room for hatred, discrimination or exclusion’ under Trump’s leadership. “On the occasion of your inauguration as the forty-seventh President of the United States of America,…

President-elect Donald Trump is set to call for a “revolution of common sense” when he delivers his inaugural address after being sworn in for his second term, according to an excerpt of his prepared remarks. “I return to the presidency confident and optimistic that we are at the start of a thrilling new era of national success,” Trump will say, conveying a tone of hope and ambition for the future…