Donald Trump Sworn in for Historic Second Term as 47th US President

Donald Trump Sworn in for Historic Second Term as 47th US President

Washington, D.C., The Gulf Observer: Donald Trump was inaugurated for a historic second term as President of the United States on Monday, marking a remarkable political comeback and pledging swift and decisive actions to address national challenges.

With one hand on a Bible gifted by his mother and the other raised, Trump solemnly took the oath of office beneath the Rotunda of the US Capitol. The ceremony, held indoors due to frigid weather, featured a significantly smaller audience compared to previous inaugurations.

A Symbolic Transition

Outgoing President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden welcomed Trump and his wife Melania to the White House earlier in the day for the traditional tea ceremony. As they greeted the Trumps at the residence’s front door, Biden warmly remarked, “Welcome home.”

The two presidents then traveled together by motorcade to the Capitol, underscoring a gesture of unity amid a deeply polarized political landscape.

High-Profile Attendees

The event drew an array of high-profile figures, including Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Sundar Pichai, who had prominent seating alongside Trump’s family and cabinet members. Musk, who contributed $250 million to Trump’s campaign and is expected to lead a cost-cutting initiative in the new administration, represented the nexus of business and politics central to Trump’s return to power.

Foreign dignitaries, an unusual sight at US inaugurations, included Argentina’s hard-right President Javier Milei and Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, highlighting Trump’s alignment with a global conservative movement.

Policy Promises and Immediate Action

Trump’s inauguration speech signaled a dramatic shift in policy, with an incoming administration official announcing plans to declare a national emergency at the Mexico border, assign a pivotal role to the US military in border security, and end birthright citizenship.

“These measures will secure our borders and protect the integrity of our nation,” Trump said in his speech, emphasizing a commitment to addressing immigration and national security issues.

On the eve of his inauguration, Trump rallied supporters with a promise to end what he described as “four years of American decline.” “I will act with historic speed and strength and fix every single crisis facing our country,” he declared, concluding the evening with a spirited dance to the Village People’s iconic anthem.

International Reactions

Russian President Vladimir Putin extended congratulations to Trump ahead of the ceremony, expressing readiness for dialogue on the Ukraine conflict and emphasizing the need for a settlement that ensures “lasting peace.”

A New Chapter

Trump’s second term begins with bold ambitions and significant challenges. As the 47th president, he has vowed to usher in a “brand new day” for the United States, positioning himself as a transformative figure intent on reshaping the country’s future.