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January 20, 2025 2 min read

Photos show the biggest moments from Donald Trump's inauguration

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were inaugurated on Monday, marking the end of former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris' time in the White House.

The inauguration was held inside the Capitol Rotunda due to winter weather. Former presidents, Trump family members, tech billionaires, and members of Congress attended the packed ceremony.

Ahead of the swearing-in ceremony, the Bidens greeted the Trumps on the North Portico of the White House.

Joe Biden and Jill Biden greet Donald Trump and Melania Trump at the White House on Inauguration Day. — Joe Biden and Jill Biden welcomed Donald Trump and Melania Trump. Rod Lamkey, Jr./AP

Former Vice President Kamala Harris and former second gentleman Doug Emhoff also greeted Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance.

Usha Vance, Doug Emhoff, Kamala Harris, and JD Vance. — Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff greeted JD Vance and Usha Vance. Alex Brandon/AP

Attendees took their seats in the Capitol Rotunda, where the inauguration was held due to freezing temperatures.

The Capitol Rotunda on Inauguration Day. — The Capitol Rotunda. ANDREW HARNIK/POOL/AFP via Getty Images

Tech billionaires, including Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, Sundar Pichai, and Elon Musk, were seated on the inaugural platform.

Mark Zuckerberg, Lauren Sanchez, Jeff Bezos, Sundar Pichai, and Elon Musk at Donald Trump's inauguration. — Mark Zuckerberg, Lauren Sanchez, Jeff Bezos, Sundar Pichai, and Elon Musk at Donald Trump's inauguration. Julia Demaree Nikhinson - Pool/Getty Images

Former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama took their seats in the Rotunda.

Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, George Bush, Laura Bush, and Barack Obama at Donald Trump's inauguration. — Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, George Bush, Laura Bush, and Barack Obama at Donald Trump's inauguration. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

Vice President JD Vance was the first to be sworn in.

JD Vance takes the oath of office. — JD Vance. Saul Loeb/Pool photo via AP

President Donald Trump took the oath of office at noon as per tradition.

Donald Trump is sworn in as president for the 2nd time. — Donald Trump. Saul Loeb/Pool/AFP via Getty Images

Melania Trump's hat intercepted a kiss from her husband.

Donald Trump kissed Melania Trump at his inauguration — Donald Trump kissed Melania Trump at his inauguration. Saul Loeb/Pool/Getty Images

"The golden age of America begins right now," Trump said in his inaugural address, which included numerous policy proposals.

Donald Trump delivers his inaugural address. — Donald Trump's inaugural address. Kevin Lamarque - Pool/Getty Images

After Trump's address, Carrie Underwood sang "America the Beautiful."

Carrie Underwood sings at the inauguration. — Carrie Underwood. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

The Bidens departed the Capitol on Marine One, completing the peaceful transfer of power.

Marine One leaves the Capitol. — Marine One leaving the Capitol. ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images

Elon Musk addressed a crowd of Trump supporters during an inauguration event at Capital One Arena.

Elon Musk spoke onstage during an inauguration event at Capital One Arena — Elon Musk spoke onstage during an inauguration event at Capital One Arena. Christopher Furlong/Getty Images

Trump signed a series of executive orders on Monday evening in his signature Sharpie marker.

Donald Trump — Trump signed executive orders in Capitol One Arena in Washington, DC, on Monday evening. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images

While answering questions and signing executive orders in the Oval Office, Trump held up a letter left for him by Biden.

President Trump in the Oval Office — President Trump in the Oval Office. Jim WATSON/POOL/AFP/Getty Images

At the Commander in Chief Ball on Monday evening, Trump and Vance cut a large cake with sabers.

U.S. President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, U.S. Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance attend the Commander in Chief Ball — Trump and Vance cut a cake with a saber at the Commander-in Chief ball. Daniel Cole for Reuters

Trump and his family danced on stage at the Liberty Ball.

U.S. President Donald Trump gestures next to his wife First Lady Melania Trump as they attend the Liberty Ball on Inauguration Day — Trump danced at the Liberty Ball with his family, including Melania, Tiffany, Eric, and Ivanka Trump. Elizabeth Frantz via Reuters

The family also danced at the Starlight Ball, the final event of Monday's inauguration.

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance, dance with other family members at the Starlight Ball. — President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump dance with other family members at the Starlight Ball. Evan Vucci AP Photo

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