Trump Inauguration Live: 47th US President Sworn in, Video Emerges
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Washington, USA - Donald Trump will be sworn in on Monday, January 20, 2025, during a series of events that will kick off his presidency.
Already, pre-inauguration events are ongoing.
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Trump's imminent return to the White House means he will become the 47th US president. The 78-year-old is slated to take the oath of office at the US Capitol.
Legit.ng presents the live coverage of the presidential inauguration of one of the world's most famous individuals as global attention turns to the US.
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Inauguration Day: Trump sworn in as 47th US President
Donald Trump has commenced a second term as president of the United States on Monday, January 20.
The world braces itself for the return of an unpredictable leader.
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Pastor Kumuyi prays at Trump’s inauguration event
The General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, participated in Donald Trump's inaugural praise/prayer programme.
In his prayer, the Nigerian cleric thanked God for the church in America and asked for wisdom for soon-to-be president, Trump, and unity for the church.
Theme of Donald Trump’s inaugural address
The theme of President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural address will be “restoring confidence” in America, according to an incoming White House official.
“I return to the presidency confident and optimistic that we are at the start of a thrilling new era of national success. A tide of change is sweeping the country,” Trump will say, according to an excerpt of prepared remarks.
“Today, I will sign a series of historic executive orders. With these actions, we will begin the complete restoration of America and the revolution of common sense.
“My message to Americans today is that it is time for us to once again act with courage, vigour, and the vitality of history’s greatest civilization.”
Trump inauguration: Tight security in Washington
There is tight security in Washington as the state gears up for Trump's inauguration.
Trump's inauguration: Nigeria's Pastor Kumuyi arrives US
As the world prepares for the inauguration of President Donald Trump, Pastor William Kumuyi, the general overseer of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, met with Congressman Robert Pittenger and Pastor Lucas Miles of Turning Point USA on Saturday, January 18.
Kumuyi discussed how he can partner with Pittenger and Miles for global evangelism.
Kumuyi said via X:
"The harvest is plentiful, let's pray for open doors and hearts ready to receive the Gospel!
"We believe in the power of the Gospel to transform lives and nations. Exciting times ahead!"
Trump holds 'Make America Great Again Victory Rally'
Donald Trump took a victory lap ahead of being sworn in on Monday, January 20.
Trump promised to usher in a new era.
Trump promises immigration executive orders on day 1
President-elect Trump promised on Sunday, January 19, to sign executive orders on immigration on inauguration day, Monday, January 20.
Legit.ng gathered that Trump is expected to sign roughly 200 executive actions—including presidential memoranda, executive orders, proclamations, and other directives—on Monday, January 20.
Donald Trump inauguration live: Incoming US leader to end Ukraine war
Trump took the credit for the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and said that it happened only as a result of his victory in the November elections.
Trump vowed to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
He said at his pre-inauguration rally in Washington:
"I will end the war in Ukraine, I will stop the chaos in the middle-east and I will prevent World War 3 from happening - and you have no idea how close we are."
Donald Trump, Biden to ride in same limo to Capitol
President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump will ride in the same limo to the Capitol tomorrow ahead of the inauguration.
According to CNN, the two men did not ride together four years ago, when Trump famously skipped Biden’s swearing-in, but they will return to the same tradition that outgoing President Barack Obama afforded to Trump in 2017.
Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will host Donald Trump and Melania Trump at the White House for a tea and coffee reception before travelling together to the Capitol for the inauguration.
TikTok boss to attend Trump rally
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is expected to attend tonight’s “Make America Great Again Victory Rally” at Capitol One Arena in downtown Washington, DC, two sources familiar with his plans tell CNN.
Chew’s attendance comes one day before the president-elect will be sworn in for his second term, and as Trump’s team mulls over how to save the popular app.
Trump to issue order on inauguration day
Donald Trump announced he is signing an executive order to temporarily unban TikTok on Monday, January 20.
TikTok's message on the app has changed to say it is only "temporarily unavailable".
Inside view of Donald Trump's inauguration venue
Broadcaster Armstrong Williams on Sunday, January 19, gained access to the Capitol Rotunda, where preparations are underway to set the stage for the inauguration of the soon-to-be 47th president of the United States, Trump.
Catch a glimpse of the centre below:
Donald Trump presidency: Prophet releases warning
Brandon Biggs, an Oklahoma pastor and self-proclaimed prophet who said he accurately predicted the assassination attempt on Trump, has come up with another bizarre prediction.
In a video, Biggs said God had shown him a vision that cryptocurrency (crypto) would save the US economy from collapse under the presidency of Trump, adding that a 'rocket take off with crypto' would happen.
US: TikTok shuts down amid Trump presidency
TikTok went dark for users across the U.S. late Saturday, January 18, as the app notified users of a ban that went into effect just days before President-elect Trump's inauguration.
Users who tried to utilise the app on Saturday night, January 18, were disallowed.
Trump inauguration: Protesters hit streets
Thousands of mostly female demonstrators took to the streets of Washington DC on Saturday, January 18, to rally against President-elect Trump two days ahead of his inauguration.
Per BBC, The People's March - previously known as the Women's March - has taken place every year since 2017.
A coalition of groups organised the movement with the stated aim of confronting "Trumpism", according to its website.
Donald Trump kicks off inaugural party in style
Trump’s return to Washington DC started with fireworks on Saturday night, January 18, with 500 guests, and an Elvis impersonator serenading him and Melania at his Virginia golf club.
The celebrations continue Sunday, January 19, with a packed rally at Capital One Arena ahead of Monday’s swearing-in ceremony.
Donald Trump arrives in Washington
US President-elect Donald Trump arrives in Washington ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the US.
Trump spent Saturday evening, January 18, in Washington celebrating with family, supporters and political allies ahead of his second inauguration.
