By Anjali Sharma
WASHINGTON – JD Vance on Monday took oath as the 50th Vice President of the United States at the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington DC.
JD Vance was with his Indian American wife Usha Vance and their daughter.
US Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath of office to the 40-year-old JD Vance, who became the third youngest Vice President of the United States.
JD Vance, Donald Trump took oath as the 47th President of United States.
Trump used the same Bible as Abraham Lincoln while taking the oath of office, media reported.
Tenor Christopher Macchio performed “Oh, America” in the Capitol Rotunda.
Donald Trump arrived at the US Capitol together with outgoing US President Joe Biden, after the pre-inauguration tea ceremony at the White House.
Biden told his successor “Welcome Home” when he greeted Trump at the White House for the traditional tea ceremony. Biden has also left a letter in the Oval Office for Trump, media reported.
President Trump took part in the signing ceremony in the President’s Room, a tradition that began in 1981 with President Ronald Reagan.
This event marks one of the first official actions of the newly sworn president, where he signs nominations and various memorandums or proclamations.
The luncheon was held, and Trump took the review of the troops before heading to Capitol Hill to join the inaugural parade.
Trump and his wife attended a signing ceremony at the White House and deliver remarks at the Convention Centre.
The evening concluded with the first dance at the Liberty Ball, followed by participation in the Commander-in-Chief Ball and the United Station Ball.
The day ended with Trump’s return to the White House.
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