Donald J Trump will today be sworn-in as the 47th President of the United States of America, bringing with him unpredictability.
On the eve of his inauguration, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump promised swift action to address national crises during a victory rally in Washington, focusing on immigration and economic reforms.
“Starting tomorrow (today), I will act with historic speed and strength and fix every single crisis facing our country,” Trump declared to a cheering crowd at a packed arena, just one day before he assumes office for a second term.
Trump was joined by Elon Musk, who is poised to lead a significant cost-cutting initiative in his administration. Musk pledged to achieve “great things” and strengthen America “for centuries.”
Immigration remained a focal point of Trump’s speech, echoing themes from his campaign. “We’re going to stop the invasion of our borders,” he stated, hinting at imminent raids targeting undocumented immigrants.
The President-elect also criticized the outgoing administration of Democrat Joe Biden, describing it as a “failed administration.”
Celebrity supporters, including actor Jon Voight and musician Kid Rock, were present to pay tribute to Trump, while large crowds braved snowy conditions to attend the rally. “I wanted to see history unfold before my eyes,” said Alan McNeely, a 21-year-old student from Connecticut.
Symbolic Ceremonies and Adjusted Inauguration Plans
Earlier in the day, Trump visited Arlington National Cemetery to honor America’s fallen soldiers. Accompanied by incoming Vice President J.D. Vance, he laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a solemn contrast to his previous controversial visit to the site during his presidential campaign.
Cold weather forecasts prompted organizers to move the inauguration ceremony indoors, shifting it from the Capitol steps to its Rotunda, a venue last used during Ronald Reagan’s inauguration 40 years ago.
“You’re going to hear President Trump talk about how we are entering a Golden Age of America,” incoming press secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox News.
Executive Orders and Immediate Policy Reversals
Trump has vowed to implement a series of executive orders upon taking office, focusing on immigration enforcement, energy policies, and reversing key Biden-era initiatives.
In an interview with NBC, he promised that deportations of undocumented migrants would “begin very, very quickly.”
However, plans for an initial raid in Chicago are reportedly under review after details leaked.
Energy policy will also be a priority, with Trump aiming to expand oil drilling on federal land and offshore sites.
TikTok and Foreign Policy Developments
The President-elect also addressed TikTok’s operations in the U.S., crediting his leadership for its service restoration after a national security-related shutdown.
“We have to save TikTok,” he told supporters, pledging to delay a ban to negotiate a deal ensuring its American ownership.
Meanwhile, in the Middle East, Trump’s transition team played a role in the release of three Israeli hostages as part of a Gaza truce negotiated in cooperation with the Biden administration.