Donald Trump Inauguration Day: When and where to watch

President-elect Donald Trump speaks at a rally ahead of the 60th Presidential Inauguration
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Donald Trump is set to take the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, January 20, alongside Vice President-elect JD Vance. The Republican leader will formally return to the White House for the second time after winning the 2024 presidential race against outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris. The official swearing-in ceremony will take place at 12 p.m. ET (1700 GMT) and 10 p.m. IST on January 20, 2025. President Trump will be administered the oath of office by Chief Justice John Roberts, marking the start of his second term. 

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Where to watch the inauguration?

The swearing-in ceremony is a public event, and thousands of people are expected to gather on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to watch the ceremony unfold on large video screens. For those who cannot make it to Washington, the event will be broadcast live on major news channels like ABC, NBC, and CNN. Additionally, live streaming will be available on multiple platforms, ensuring global access to this event.

You can watch the YouTube live at Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies’ channel.

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Major news networks will provide live coverage, including Fox News and MSNBC, and international channels like BBC and Al Jazeera. Additionally, the White House will stream the ceremony on its official website, enabling viewers worldwide to watch the event. You can also read The Hindu’s live blog coverage from the event.