On January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, marking his second, non-consecutive term in office. The ceremony, traditionally held outdoors, was moved indoors to the Capitol Rotunda due to extreme cold weather conditions.
Key Highlights:
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Swearing-In Ceremony:
- Chief Justice John Roberts administered the presidential oath to Donald Trump.
- Associate Justice Brett Kavanaugh administered the vice-presidential oath to JD Vance, who assumed office as the 50th Vice President.
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Inaugural Address:
- President Trump emphasized themes of national renewal, economic revitalization, and a commitment to an “America First” agenda.
- He outlined plans to withdraw from international agreements, implement strict immigration policies, and prioritize domestic manufacturing.
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Attendance:
- The event was attended by former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton.
- Notably, tech industry leaders such as Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Mark Zuckerberg were present, signaling a potential shift in relations between the tech sector and the administration.
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Protests and Pardons:
- Concurrent with the inauguration, protests were held, including a rally led by civil rights activist Al Sharpton to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day and express dissent against the new administration.
- In his final moments in office, outgoing President Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons for close family members, citing protection against potential politically motivated charges.
The inauguration set the stage for a presidency poised to implement significant policy shifts, reflecting President Trump’s campaign promises and signaling a new chapter in U.S. political dynamics.
President Paudel felicitates US President Trump
President Ramchandra Paudel has extended felicitation to Donald J Trump upon his assumption of the office as the 47th US President. Taking to social media (X) today, President Paudel said, “My warm felicitations to His Excellency Mr Donald J Trump for assuming the office as the 47th President of the United States of America and my best wishes for the successful tenure.”
He expressed hope that the cordial relations, subsisting between Nepal and the United States, would be further deepened and expanded in the days to come.
