The inauguration takes place for each new presidential term, even if the president is continuing in office for another term. The first inauguration of George Washington took place on April 30, 1789.

Jan 2, 2026 · Zohran Mamdani, New York City's new mayor, begins his term with a symbolic commute. On Friday, he traveled from his Queens apartment to City Hall, engaging with commuters and …

Jan 20, 2025 · Donald Trump returned to power as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, saying in his second inaugural address that "the golden age of America begins right now" while swiftly...

Jan 20, 2025 · Watch Donald Trump inaugurated as president of the United States for the second time, becoming the nation’s 47th commander in chief.

Jan 21, 2025 · Trump holds up letter from former President Joe Biden while signing executive orders at the White House on inauguration day in Washington, U.S., January 20, 2025.

Here's what to know about Inauguration Day, inauguration balls and events, how tickets are distributed and how to watch Trump's swearing-in next week.

Jan 20, 2025 · Inauguration Day occurs every four years on January 20 (or January 21 if January 20 falls on a Sunday). The inauguration ceremony takes place at the U.S. Capitol building in …

Feb 4, 2025 · Inauguration Day is a quadrennial legal holiday in the District of Columbia and neighboring parts of Maryland and Virginia, observed when the President and the Vice President are sworn into …

The inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States took place on Monday, January 20, 2025. Due to freezing temperatures and high winds, it was held inside the U.S. Capitol …

Guests mingle as the Liberty Ball gets underway before President Donald Trump arrives, during the 60th Presidential Inauguration, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at the Washington Convention Center in Washington.