Who’s participating in Trump’s Inauguration? Here’s what you need to know
WASHINGTON - Some big names took the stage at the U.S. Capitol on Monday for Donald Trump's presidential inauguration.
Who will attend Trump’s inauguration?
What we know:
Here are some notable attendees for the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies:
- President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden attended Trump’s inaugural swearing-in ceremony.
- Vice President Kamala Harris was present on the Capitol’s west steps as Trump is sworn in for a second term.
- Former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton were all gathered for Trump’s inaugural swearing-in ceremony. According to NBC News, the three will not attend the traditional inaugural lunch.
- Former first lady Laura Bush and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton were in attendance for the Jan. 20 swearing-in ceremony at the Capitol.
- Billionaire tech executive Elon Musk, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos attended the swearing-in ceremony. According to NBC News, the three will be seated together near Trump’s cabinet.
- Zuckerberg is also co-hosting a reception with billionaire Republican donors for Trump’s inauguration, according to the Associated Press.
- TikTok CEO Shou Chew attended the inauguration. The popular app could be banned on Jan. 19 under a federal law that forces the video sharing platform to divest itself from its China-based parent company or shut down its U.S. operations, the Associated Press says.
- Argentinian President Javier Milei was in attendance.
- Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar was present.
- Senator Bernie Sanders, whose mittens and other inaugural attire went viral at Biden's inauguration, was at Trump's inauguration.
- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni & Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele attended.
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Will Trump’s family attend his inauguration?
Almost all of Trump's family were in attendance at his inauguration on Monday, including:
- His wife and first lady Melania Trump.
- His son Donald Trump Jr. and his now ex-wife Vanessa Trump.
- His daughter Ivanka Trump and her husband, real estate developer Jared Kushner.
- His sons Eric Trump and Barron Trump.
- His youngest daughter Tiffany Trump.
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Carrie Underwood performed ‘America the Beautiful’
Country music star Carrie Underwood performed an a cappella version of "America the Beautiful" at Trump's inauguration after experiencing technical difficulties.
Carrie Underwood at Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2025 held in Times Square on December 31, 2024 in New York, New York. (Photo by John Nacion/Penske Media via Getty Images)
"I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event," Underwood said in a statement Monday. "I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future."
The Village People performed
American disco group the Village People made a name for themselves in the late '70s for their chant-along dance-pop hits and their colorful on-stage personas. Their best known hit, "Y.M.C.A.," is widely considered a gay anthem -- and became a staple of Trump’s rallies in the last election, along with their hit "Macho Man."
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"We know this won't make some of you happy to hear however we believe that music is to be performed without regard to politics," the band said in a post on its Facebook page Monday. "Our song Y.M.C.A. is a global anthem that hopefully helps bring the country together after a tumultuous and divided campaign where our preferred candidate lost. Therefore, we believe it’s now time to bring the country together with music which is why VILLAGE PEOPLE will be performing at various events as part of the 2025 Inauguration of Donald J. Trump."
When is Trump's inauguration?
Trump was sworn into the White House on Inauguration Day for his second term on Monday, Jan. 20.
What time is the 2025 inauguration?
The timeline for inauguration events kicked off at 6 a.m. with security screening followed by musical performances around 9:30 a.m. and opening remarks at 11:30 a.m.
The Swearing-In Ceremony began at 12 p.m.
All inaugural activities commenced in the Capitol Rotunda, including the inaugural swearing-in ceremony of Vice President-elect J.D. Vance and President-elect Donald Trump taking the Oaths of Office, followed by an inaugural address.
The swearing-in was relocated indoors due to extremely cold temperatures Monday.
The traditional inaugural luncheon followed.
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Is the inauguration parade canceled?
The inauguration parade was moved to Capital One Arena.
"We will open Capital One Arena on Monday for LIVE viewing of this Historic event, and to host the Presidential Parade. I will join the crowd at Capital One, after my Swearing In," said Trump Friday. "All other events will remain the same, including the Victory Rally at Capital One Arena, on Sunday at 3 P.M. (Doors open at 1 P.M.—Please arrive early!), and all three Inaugural Balls on Monday evening."
Officials confirmed Saturday afternoon that following Trump's appearance at Capital One Arena, he would travel from the arena to the White House along Pennsylvania Avenue. The route is open to the public, who will have to go through screening to access the area. However, officials stressed that Trump would be traveling in a typical motorcade, with no ceremony.
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The Source: The Associated Press contributed to this report. The information in this story also comes from official statements by the performers, including Carrie Underwood and the Village People, who shared their participation and perspectives on social media and public statements. Background information about Inauguration Day was taken from previous FOX 5 DC reporting. This story was reported from Los Angeles.