George, Washington and Inauguration

Inauguration history: What happened on the day George Washington became president in 1789
President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20 will mark the 60th presidential swearing-in ceremony in United States history.
A brief history of presidential inaugural speeches, from George Washington to today
One function of these addresses is to bring the country together. As one political scientist put it, they brim with 'verbal tokens of unity.'
President Trump didn’t swear on a Bible at his inauguration. Is it a requirement?
As millions watched President Donald Trump’s inauguration at the White House on Monday, Jan. 20, many noticed that he did not place his left hand on a Bible while being sworn in. Now people are questioning that gesture, and wondering if the president can be sworn in without using a Bible.
Trump arrives at the Capitol rotunda for his inauguration
Watch as President-elect Trump arrives at the Capitol rotunda for his inauguration, drawing cheers from those in the room and watching from other locations in the nation's capital.
Former presidents and vice presidents introduced at Trump’s inauguration
Former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama and former Vice Presidents Dan Quayle and Mike Pence were introduced at the second inauguration of Donald Trump.
Inauguration Ceremony for President Donald Trump in Washington
US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Charles Q. Brown arrives for the inauguration ceremony before Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, on Monday,
Former Presidents Clinton, Bush and Obama arrive for Trump inauguration
Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama have all arrived at the Capitol for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. Norah O'Donnell anchored CBS News' special report.
Former presidents and partners arrive for Trump's inauguration
Bill and Hillary Clinton, George W and Laura Bush and Barack Obama arrive for Donald Trump's inauguration. Trump prepares to be formally sworn in as president_2025-01-20T07-17-42.mp4 PhD student Jesse Gardner-Russell earns $20 an hour.

Trump, Barack Obama and George W. Bush

‘I do solemnly swear…': Interesting facts about Inauguration Day history
Which president had the longest inaugural address? Which has been sworn in the most? Which ended the ceremony’s top-hat ...
How a really bad winter delayed George Washington’s Inauguration Day by over a month
The nation's very first Inauguration Day had to be postponed as an exceptionally cold and bitter winter delayed the counting ...
Inauguration fashion takes center stage: See the most standout style looks
Inauguration Day festivities brought plenty of high-profile style on everyone from incoming political figures to inauguration ...
Jenna Bush Hager Says Dad George W. Bush's Viral Inauguration Expressions Are 'Blowing Up Our Family Group Chat'
Jenna Bush Hager commented on her dad's inauguration facial expressions going viral — which included a silly wink and raised ...
Oath and tradition: Unveiling the history behind President Trump's choice of Bibles for his Inauguration
According to the U.S. Department of State, in 1789 George Washington began the tradition of taking the oath with a hand on ...
Former First Lady Laura Bush Wears Rust Dress and Statement Pearls for Donald Trump’s 2025 Inauguration
Former first lady Laura Bush joined her husband, former President George W. Bush, at Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration ...
Inauguration live updates: Trump pardons J6 rioters, signs orders on TikTok, immigration
Trump kicked off his second presidential term by pardoning Jan.6 rioters, and signed executive orders on TikTok and ...
Grins and frowns, seriousness and levity: The faces of the 2025 inauguration
A pastor, his eyes closed, preaches his heart out for history. A former president spots an acquaintance, then grins and winks ...