[156], After the swearing-in ceremony, Biden, Harris, and their spouses participated in a Pass in Review on the East Front of the United States Capitol featuring members of the United States Armed Forces. Mike Segar/Reuters Former first ladies stole the show with their fashion at Joe Biden's inauguration on Wednesday. [5], On December 8, 2020, Republican members of the committee voted against a resolution that would have publicly recognized Biden as the president-elect and Harris as the vice president-elect. Watch highlights of President Joe Biden's inauguration, in which he called on Americans to unite after taking the oath of office. [153][154][157] Biden pledged that the United States would "engage with the world once again"; "repair our alliances"; and act as a "trusted partner for peace and security. She sang “Firework” as Biden, Kamala Harris, and their families watched the grand finale . 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As is tradition, the Supreme Court's chief justice, John Roberts, will administer the oath of office to Biden just after the clock strikes 12. [5], The inauguration marked the formal culmination of the presidential transition of Joe Biden, who became president-elect after defeating Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential election on November 3, 2020. Many safety protocols will be in place because of the coronavirus, which will give the ceremony a different look from those of years past. [166], Following the wreath laying ceremony, a parade down Pennsylvania Avenue, NW escorted Biden and Harris to the White House which included every branch of the U.S. military, along with drumline bands from Biden and Harris's alma maters, the University of Delaware and Howard University, respectively. [75] Musician Aloe Blacc performed his song "My Way";[77] cellist Yo-Yo Ma performed Air and Simple Gifts, a composition he also performed at the 2009 inauguration in the presence of then-Vice President-elect Biden;[78] Andra Day performed her song "Rise Up"; BeBe Winans sang Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech;[79] Alejandro Fernández and band Maná performed "Decepciones";[80] and Chesca and Diane Warren performed "El Cambio", which was frequently played during Biden's campaign. The 21-gun cannon salute for President Biden was later rendered at the wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. [38][178] The U.S. Park Police limited demonstration attendance to a maximum of 100 individuals in each location and required participants be screened via magnetometers. [180] On January 17, three days before the inauguration, some members of the Michigan Boogaloo Bois openly carried weapons outside the state's capitol, but never became violent. [137], Leo J. O'Donovan, a Catholic priest and former president of Georgetown University,[138][139] invoked the "gracious and merciful God" in praying for Biden and Harris to "care for the common good with malice toward none and with charity for all", and quoted Archbishop John Carroll, Pope Francis, and the Epistle of James. Joe Biden's inauguration address: "This is America's day" In a 21-minute inaugural address, President Joe Biden declared "democracy has prevailed" as he pleaded for unity. Also absent will be Trump, making him the first president to skip his successor's inauguration since Andrew Johnson in 1869. The former first lady said her mood during Inauguration Day was anxious at first, but the event ultimately made her hopeful for America's future. 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[121], Outgoing Vice President Mike Pence and Outgoing Second Lady Karen Pence attended the ceremony but outgoing President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump chose to not attend, the first time an incumbent skipped their successor's since Andrew Johnson refused to attend the first inauguration of Ulysses S. Grant in 1869. [153] Mexican American producer Cristela Alonzo hosted the program, remarking that Biden's inauguration will be "the beginning of the next chapter" in American history. [56], Actress Whoopi Goldberg then appeared and said that she feels "optimistic" for the nation under Biden and Harris's leadership, and actor and musician Darren Criss then performed a cover of "(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher". All major networks will carry the inauguration live. Harris will be sworn in on two Bibles — one that belonged to a close family friend named Regina Shelton and another that belonged to Thurgood Marshall. Watch Katy Perry Close Biden Inauguration Celebration With Fireworks. A Closer Look at President Biden’s Granddaughters’ Fashion on Inauguration Day By Layla Ilchi on January 21, 2021 President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden pose for a … [186] Hamas called Trump "the biggest source and sponsor of injustice, violence and extremism in the world", calling for Biden to "reverse the course of misguided and unjust policies against [their] people". Issues Coronavirus Testing Information Notice on Biden Inauguration Day 48 Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images. [66] Actress and activist Sophia Bush later appeared to thank donors to the inaugural committee, and musician Carole King performed her Grammy Award-winning song "You've Got a Friend". The band had appeared at every presidential inauguration since Thomas Jefferson's in 1801. At the New York State Capitol, a lone Trump supporter reportedly visited with the intention of protesting—the demonstrator had expected a "massive protest". By Jeremy Blum. The 90-minute telecast will also feature remarks from Biden and Harris. Jan. 20, 2021 [65][64] Messing introduced actor and former Barack Obama administration member Kal Penn, who reflected on the importance of the inauguration and hope of a "brighter future". Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be sworn in as president and vice president … Biden will then travel in a motorcade to the Capitol, the site of the January 6 riot by supporters of outgoing President Donald Trump, where the … The inaugural committee said they will perform from "iconic locations across the country." Several invitees who have been critical of Trump, such as Don McGahn, John F. Kelly, and Anthony Scaramucci, declined to attend. [65] Harris and her husband, Doug Emhoff, then joined via video link to thank supporters and list the issues they will face in leading the nation. [68] Musical act Fall Out Boy performed their song "Centuries" in a pre-recorded video. Members of the Biden administration also assumed ownership of a number of institutional accounts, including @WhiteHouse, @FLOTUS for First Lady Jill Biden, @SecondGentleman for Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, and @PressSec for White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki. Here's what to expect Inauguration Day — and night. [134], Senator Amy Klobuchar opened the ceremony with a short speech, saying the storming of the Capitol two weeks prior "awakened us to our responsibilities as Americans"; she declared the inaugural day "the day when our democracy picks itself up, brushes off the dust, and does what America always does: goes forward as a nation". [167][168] The Virtual Parade Across America, organized by the Biden Inaugural Committee, was hosted by actor Tony Goldwyn, reflecting the "diversity, heritage, and resilience of the country" in the event's musical acts, poets, dance troupes, and more. Harris, the first woman, the first Black American and the first South Asian American vice president, will be sworn in by Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina member of the Supreme Court. The event, hosted by the actor Tony Goldwyn, will feature appearances by Earth, Wind and Fire and former "Daily Show" host Jon Stewart. Her pieces are also “made-to-order in an effort to reduce waste.” The first lady's blue ensemble was first spotted as she and President Biden attended a church service on … [13] After Biden's win was certified by the Electoral College, Blunt and several other Republican senators finally acknowledged him as the president-elect, stating that he will facilitate communications with Biden's presidential inaugural committee to prepare for the inauguration. By Morgan Gstalter - 01/20/21 07:44 AM EST . Inauguration day: Joe Biden to lead divided America after bitter campaign. Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton both wore purple outfits packed with symbolism. ), on the day President Joe Biden took office, released a notice to laboratories worldwide to clarify information previously provided by the W.H.O. [100] Biden extended invitations to the four congressional leaders from both parties—Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.)—and all four accepted. Heute „Inauguration Day“ 2021 | So läuft die Amtseinführung des neuen US-Präsidenten Joe Biden und Kamala Harris legen heute den Amtseid ab ++ Der „TRUMP-WEG!-TAG“ bei BILD Live [86] Inaugural organizers invited communities around the United States to light buildings and ring church bells at 5:30 p.m. [65], Two days before Inauguration Day, January 18, 2021, was Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday that recognizes Dr. King's birthday. [88], Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) were celebrated in AAPI Inaugural Ball: Breaking Barriers, a partnership between the inaugural committee, and advocacy organizations IMPACT and RUN AAPI. His brother, Frank Biden, appeared in … Some of these include CNN, MSNBC, ABC, CBS, PBS and NBC. A virtual service, Biden and his family participated from the White House. 01/20/2021 10:58 am ET Updated Jan 20, 2021 The day is finally here. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden receive Presidential Escort to the White House after the 59th Presidential Inauguration in Washington January 20, 2021. Festivities were sharply curtailed by efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and mitigate the potential for violence near the Capitol. Why kids are hitting the pandemic wall. [101], Trump departed for his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida the morning of the inauguration out of Joint Base Andrews aboard Air Force One. [clarification needed], The swearing-in ceremony for President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris was planned by the Joint Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, a bipartisan committee composed of United States Senators Roy Blunt (chairman), Mitch McConnell, and Amy Klobuchar, and United States Representatives Nancy Pelosi, Steny Hoyer, and Kevin McCarthy. [24] John Sandweg, a former Homeland Security Department official, remarked that the United States Secret Service likely has a surplus of funds because of lower-than-usual expenses during the 2020 campaign season, when presidential nominating conventions were mostly virtual and the travel of presidential candidates was curtailed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After the review, Biden, Harris and their spouses will honor the military by going to Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, where they will lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. After the wreath ceremony, the Bidens, Harris and Harris' husband, Doug Emhoff, will head to the White House for the first time as president, first lady, vice president and second gentleman, the title Emhoff has chosen for his new role. The festivities typically attract hundreds of thousands of people who flock to Washington, DC, to witness the historic transition of power. Not only am I excited to see @JoeBiden @KamalaHarris sworn in, but I also have the privilege of being the youngest Inaugural Poet in history. [So help me God. She has also announced plans to run for president herself in 2036 — the first election she'll be old enough to do so. However, this plan was canceled due to security concerns. Strengthening aviation security at the three D.C.-area airports, increasing the use of random gate screenings, Assigning 750 active-duty military personnel to specialized units (including, The State of Virginia closed four bridges connecting to D.C.—, This page was last edited on 8 March 2021, at 21:30. Photograph: Brandon Bell/Reuters. [156] Quoting the Gene Scheer composition "American Anthem",[160] he implored Americans to consider their legacy in answering the "call of history" to protect "democracy, hope, truth, and justice", "secure liberty", and make America a "beacon to the world", insisting that generations of their descendants will judge them on their actions. "I'm proud of today's executive actions," Biden said on Wednesday evening. Key Events Of Joe Biden's Inauguration Day On Wednesday morning Joe Biden will travel in a motorcade to the US Capitol, where the inauguration ceremony gets underway at 11:00 am (1600 GMT). [151] Biden composed the speech with the assistance of speechwriter Vinay Reddy, senior advisor Mike Donilon, then-incoming Secretary of State Tony Blinken, and chief of staff Ron Klain. HEUTE „INAUGURATION DAY“ LIVE So läuft Bidens Amtseinführung Heute legen der künftige US-Präsident Joe Biden und seine Vize Kamala Harris in … [84][171], Comedian Jon Stewart, musicians Andra Day, Nile Rodgers, and Kathy Sledge, along with several choirs and athletes (including former Olympians Nathan Chen, Allyson Felix, and Katie Ledecky) appeared in a "virtual roll call". [64], Musician Ben Harper was the first musical performance of the night, playing his song "With My Own Two Hands". [164] In the evening, Harris performed her first vice presidential duty by swearing in Senators-elect Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock who, respectively, won the January 5 regular and special Georgia Senate runoff elections that yielded a Democratic majority in the U.S. Senate, along with Alex Padilla, who was appointed by California Governor Gavin Newsom to fill Harris's vacated seat. Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th U.S. President during his inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2021 in Washington, D.C. Vice President Mike Pence will attend the inauguration. [125][126] For the first time in more than two decades, not every U.S. Supreme Court justice attended: Justices Clarence Thomas, Stephen Breyer, and Samuel Alito, the oldest members of the Court, opted not to attend in light of the COVID-19 health risks, while the other six justices attended. The inauguration is the first they have missed since Carter was sworn in in 1977. 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