Sun Jan 19 02:26:15 UTC 2025: ## Trump’s Second Inauguration: A Shift Indoors, Tech Titans, and Patriotic Pop

**Washington D.C.** – Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, in a ceremony significantly altered by a last-minute decision to move the event indoors due to frigid weather. While the oath of office, administered by Chief Justice John Roberts, will take place in the Capitol Rotunda instead of the West Lawn, the day will still be filled with the characteristic Trumpian blend of pomp, circumstance, and controversy.

A notable shift this year is the presence of several tech giants among the invited guests. Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and TikTok CEO Shou Chew are all expected to attend, reflecting Trump’s efforts to cultivate closer ties with the tech industry. The event will also include the presence of all living former presidents except for Michelle Obama, as well as several foreign leaders including Giorgia Meloni of Italy.

The change of venue from the West Lawn to the Capitol Rotunda, accommodating only about 600 people, significantly reduces the potential crowd size from the originally anticipated 220,000 ticket holders. Trump has arranged for a live feed to be shown at Capital One Arena, with a capacity of 20,000, promising a later appearance there.

Trump plans to sign multiple executive orders on his first day, focusing on reversing Biden administration policies. These actions are expected to include initiatives on immigration, oil drilling, and potential pardons for January 6th rioters. A meeting with the Quad (Japan, India, and Australia) is also scheduled immediately following the inauguration.

Unlike his first inauguration, which lacked prominent musical acts, this ceremony boasts a more star-studded lineup. Carrie Underwood will sing “America the Beautiful,” while Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA” will also feature. A pre-inauguration rally will feature performances by the Village People, Kid Rock, and Billy Ray Cyrus, with additional country music acts scheduled for the evening galas. Trump is slated to attend three official inaugural balls, along with numerous other events planned throughout the day.

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