On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump is set to become the 47th president of the United States. The inauguration will mark the start of his official second term alongside vice president-elect JD Vance. Trump will become the second president in history to serve two nonconsecutive terms. The time will be announced closer to the date.
The inauguration will be held on the West front of the Capital as it has been done since 1981. Traditionally, there is a procession to the Capitol followed by the vice president’s swearing-in, the president’s swearing-in, the inaugural address, an honorary departure, a signing ceremony, and a luncheon.
The inauguration should be available to watch live on any news channel, but if you’re looking to stream the event, there are a few places to choose from: News outlets, including CNN, ABC, CBS, and the New York Times are expected to livestream the event on their respective apps and YouTube channels, as they have for past inaugurations. Other likely streaming options include the White House Live Stream, live feeds on X (formerly Twitter), and the White House YouTube Channel. Typically, Politico also offers a livestreaming option.
