Donald Trump Oath Ceremony: Donald Trump has become the 47th President of America. He took the oath of office at the US Parliament Capitol Hill on Monday night at 10:30 pm Indian time. Supreme Court Judge John Roberts administered the oath to him. During the oath, Trump’s wife Melania stood with the Bible. After Trump’s oath, the Capitol Rotunda Hall of Parliament echoed with applause for some time. Trump has been the 45th President of America from 2017 to 2021. Before him, Republican leader JD Vance was sworn in as the 50th Vice President of America.
Trump said- we will make America great again
After the oath, Trump addressed the nation for 30 minutes. In his first speech, he said, ‘America’s golden age is just beginning. From this day on, our country will prosper again and be respected all over the world. I will put America first. Our sovereignty will be reclaimed. Our security will be restored. We will make America great again.’
Oath taken inside Parliament for the first time in 40 years
The temperature in the US capital Washington DC is minus 5 degrees Celsius. Due to the biting cold, the President’s oath was held inside the Parliament after 40 years. Earlier in 1985, Ronald Reagan was sworn in inside the Capitol Hill. Generally, the President takes oath in the open ground National Mall.
Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Trump. He said that he is ready for talks on the issue of Russia-Ukraine and nuclear weapons.
Key Points of Donald Trump’s Speech
- North Carolina was treated badly
- Previous government spent on foreign borders
- We will restore the integrity of the American government
- The era of America’s decline is over
- God saved my life for a reason
- God spare my life to make America great
- today is our liberation day
- We won seven swing states
- We will make Martin Luther King’s dream come true
- America is now united
- We will not forget our God
- We will declare an emergency on the southern border
- We will stop all illegal entry
- We will kick out illegal immigrants
- We will declare cartels as terrorist organizations
- We will destroy all foreign gangs
- We will declare a national energy emergency
Vance is sworn in as Vice President
Vance said, ‘I do solemnly swear that I will defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. I will bear true faith and allegiance to it. I freely accept this responsibility. I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office to which I am about to enter. Lord help me.’
PM Modi congratulates Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “Congratulations to my dear friend President Donald Trump on his historic swearing-in as the 47th President of the United States of America. I look forward to working together once again, to benefit both countries and shape a better future for the world. Best wishes for a successful tenure ahead.”
Jaishankar arrived at Trump’s swearing
India’s Foreign Minister S Jaishankar has reached America. Not only has he reached America, but he has also reached Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony. After reaching here, he has met many important people. S Jaishankar is representing India in Trump’s swearing-in ceremony. The Foreign Minister has also shared some pictures of the swearing-in ceremony on social media. In this, Jaishankar was seen in a closed neck coat instead of a western coat. Important people meeting S Jaishankar are surrounding him from all sides. Obviously, Jaishankar’s swag is also clearly visible during the Trump government.
Why does the American President take an oath to protect the Constitution by placing his hand on the Bible?
The tradition of taking oath with hand on the Bible started with George Washington in 1789. However, it is not constitutional. According to the US Constitution, the new President only has to take the oath. There is no rule in it about taking oath on the Bible or any other religious book.
America’s sixth president John Quincy took oath with his hand on the constitution. Whereas, Theodore Roosevelt took oath of office without placing his hand on any book.
Where will Trump stay after the oath?
In America, it is mandatory for the President to live in the White House after assuming office. It is the official residence and office of the American President. George Washington was the only President of America who never lived in the White House. In fact, its construction began in 1792 during his presidency. Its work was completed in 1800. By then, Washington had left office.
John Adams was the first president who lived in the White House. He was the second president of America. Usually, the president comes to the White House before taking the oath and from there he reaches the swearing-in ceremony.
But Trump did not do this in 2017. He entered the White House only after taking the oath. This time too he is going to the White House only after taking the oath.
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