Trump sets Jan. 20 to be sworn in – NBC New York

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Republican Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, NBC News projects, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent riot at the US Capitol, was convicted on charges of crimes and survived two assassination attempts.

So when is his inauguration?

When is Inauguration Day?

Inauguration Day takes place every four years on January 20 (or January 21 if January 20 falls on a Sunday). In 2025, January 20 will fall on a Monday. The inauguration ceremony takes place in the US Capitol building in Washington, DC.

What is the President’s Oath of Office?

The vice president-elect is sworn in first, repeating the same oath of office used since 1884 as senators, representatives, and other federal employees:

“I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I undertake this obligation freely without any mental reservation or purpose with evasion, and that I will well and faithfully perform the duties of the office which I am about to enter upon: So help me God.”

Later, the president-elect recites the following oath in accordance with Article II, Section I of the United States Constitution:

“I swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of the President of the United States and will to the best of my ability preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States.”

What events will take place on Inauguration Day?

The inauguration is planned by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC). Inauguration events include the inauguration ceremony, the opening address and the review of the passport. Learn more about each event from the JCCIC.

How to get tickets to the presidential inauguration?

The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies makes a limited number of Inauguration tickets available to the public through members of Congress. Tickets are free and allow you to view in person the grounds of the US Capitol when the President and Vice President are sworn in on January 20, 2025.

Tickets will be available from your Members of Congress in the weeks leading up to the inauguration. Some members may start accepting requests for tickets before then.