Donald Trump Inauguration LIVE Updates: Eighteen states on Tuesday sued President Donald Trump’s government over the executive order to end birthright citizenship in US as he begins his first full day in office. Back for second term, Trump’s day one in office is packed: a “massive” infrastructure announcement, meetings with Republican leaders, and a crackdown on immigration after declaring a southern border emergency. Kicking off his return with controversy, Trump also pardoned over 1,000 January 6 rioters and commuted sentences for Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders. Meanwhile, Marco Rubio was sworn in as secretary of state after a unanimous confirmation vote, making him the first of Trump’s nominees to take office.
What does Trump 2.0 mean for India? India will be closely watching Donald Trump’s return to the White House, with significant implications for the bilateral relationship between the two nations. Trump is expected to continue his strong stance on trade, which could impact US-India economic ties. His protectionist policies, such as imposing tariffs and promoting American manufacturing, may lead to renewed tensions over trade agreements, particularly around technology and pharmaceuticals. However, Trump has also been a vocal supporter of India’s strategic importance, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, where the US aims to counter China’s growing influence.
Donald Trump Inauguration 2025: Speech Time, Live Streaming in India
What happened on Inauguration day? Confirming expectations of swift action on his Inauguration day, Trump announced a series of executive orders to be signed immediately, many centred on immigration. These included declaring a state of emergency at the southern US border to deploy the armed forces, as well as efforts to end birthright citizenship. He also pledged to designate drug cartels as foreign terrorist organisations, revoke the electric vehicle mandate, and establish an External Revenue Service to collect tariffs on imports, though without specifying the rates. In addition, he promised to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and to “take back” the Panama Canal.
US President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a speech at the Commander in Chief Ball, which is held for military service members.
Trump arrived at the Ball's location, Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Monday evening, which is the first of the inaugural balls of the evening.
When asked to fulfil his promise of ending the Russia-Ukraine war on Day 1, US President Donald Trump said that Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is ready to call off the hostilities and make a deal with Russia, BBC reported.
"Most people thought that war would have been over in one week. I think he’d be very well off to end that war," Trump said at the Oval Office on Monday.
South Korea's acting president Choi Sang-mok said on Tuesday he hoped for bilateral relations with Washington to develop more reciprocally under the Trump administration, citing concerns about how U.S. policies might hit Asia's fourth-largest economy.
"The government will strive to further strengthen policy cooperation with the United States and promote mutual interests based on the shared value of the Korea-U.S. alliance," Choi said, citing the alliance's slogan of "We Go Together". Choi said he would seek to have a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump at the earliest time possible, hours after Trump was sworn in for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.
Choi, the finance minister, has been serving as acting president since Dec. 27, trying to steer South Korea through its worst political crisis in decades after the impeachments of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and President Yoon Suk Yeol over Yoon's short-lived bid to impose martial law on Dec. 3. Trump, who held a 12-minute phone call with Yoon just a day after his victory in the November presidential election, has not had a phone call with either Han or Choi.
Earlier on Tuesday, Choi congratulated Trump on his inauguration in a post on social media platform X, saying "The Republic of Korea looks forward to Making the Alliance Great Again". Choi also said Seoul would review response measures to Trump's proposed policies, particularly on tariffs and electric vehicles, which are expected to affect its economy both directly and indirectly.
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At the Oval Office on Monday night, President Donald Trump signed an executive order which dealt with "protecting women from radical gender ideology". However, the details related to the order hasn't been released.
Former US President Joe Biden, hours before demitting the office on January 20, pardoned his family members, including his brothers James and Frank Biden, and sister Valerie Biden Owens.
President Donald Trump said, "I think it makes Biden look very bad, very weak and very guilty." He further added that Biden pardoned them as "they're guilty as hell".
US President Donald Trump has signed an order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO).
While signing the order, Trump said "Oh, that's a big one. They wanted us back so badly so we'll see what happens," reported BBC.
US President Donald Trump, while signing a flurry of executive orders in the Oval Office on Monday, said that he is considering 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada.
""I think we'll do it February 1st," said Trump while responding to a reporter.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order addressing the issue of birthright citizenship, however, the official text of the order hasn't been published on the website of White House.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order pardoning about 1,500 January 6 rioters, who had stormed the US Capitol in 2021.
US President Donald Trump signs an executive order on a hiring freeze as he attended an indoor Presidential Inauguration parade event at Capital One Arena in Washington DC. The parade was a continuation inauguration ceremonies.
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The U.S. Senate on Monday unanimously confirmed Republican Senator Marco Rubio, a China hawk and staunch backer of Israel, as President Donald Trump's secretary of state. The Senate backed Rubio by a vote of 99-0, days after the long-term member of the Senate foreign relations and intelligence committees sailed through his friendly confirmation hearing.
Rubio became the first of Trump's cabinet nominees to be confirmed by the Senate, just hours after the president was sworn in for a second White House term. Additional votes on Trump nominees were expected this week.
Rubio, 53, is a harsh critic of China and an advocate for Israel. The son of immigrants from Cuba, he has also pushed for tough measures against the Communist-ruled island and its allies, especially the government of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
During his confirmation hearing, he warned that the U.S. must change course to avoid becoming more reliant on China, and promised a robust foreign policy focused on American interests. Rubio also said it should be U.S. policy that the war in Ukraine must end. He said reaching an agreement to stop the fighting would involve concessions from both Moscow and Kyiv, and he suggested that Ukraine would have to give up its goal of regaining all the territory Russia has taken in the last decade.
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US President Donald Trump signed an order to withdraw United States from the Paris Climate Treaty. The order was addressed to the United Nations.
US President Donald Trump said on Monday he will revoke nearly 80 executive actions of the previous administration, with the Republican adding he also will implement an immediate regulation freeze and a hiring freeze.
"I'll revoke nearly 80 destructive and radical executive actions of the previous administration," Trump said.
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US President Donald Trump addresses Inauguration Parade at the US Capitol arena in Washington.
US President Donald Trump began his speech at the Capitol One arena after the inauguration parade and announced that he'll sign pardons for January 6 rioters on Monday night itself.
Trump said, "Tonight I'm going to be signing on the [6 January] hostages' pardons to get them out."
President Donald Trump's alma mater, New York Military Academy, participated in the Inauguration Parade held in the Capitol One arena in Washington DC.
Trump is a 1964 graduate and a distinguished alumnus of the military academy, NBC News reports.
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance salute to the inauguration parade at Capitol One arena in Washington DC, continuing the inauguration celebrations.
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Trump's children, Ivanka, Don Jr., Eric, Ivanka and Barron, are onstage at the Capitol One arena. Barron received a loud cheer from the crowd present in the arena.
Melania Trump's father, Viktor Knavs, is also onstage, who is joined by former RNC Co-Chair Lara Trump, who is Trump's daughter-in-law.
Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa congratulated U.S. President Donald Trump on his inauguration in a statement on Monday, saying he is looking forward to improving relations between the two countries.
"We are confident that he is the leader to bring peace to the Middle East and restore stability to the region," he said.
The U.S., Britain, the European Union and others imposed tough sanctions on Syria after a crackdown by ousted President Bashar al-Assad on pro-democracy protests in 2011 that spiralled into civil war.
In early January, Washington issued a sanctions exemption for transactions with governing institutions in Syria for six months in an effort to ease the flow of humanitarian assistance. Syria welcomed the move, but has urged a complete lifting of sanctions to support its recovery.
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Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, who was nominated by US President Donald Trump to join Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is no longer a part of the newly formed department being led by Elon Musk.
Trump's transition spokesperson Anna Kelly confirmed the development, adding that Ramaswamy is instead planning to run for Ohio's governor.
"He intends to run for elected office soon, which requires him to remain outside of DOGE based on the structure that we announced today. We thank him immensely for his contributions over the last 2 months and expect him to play a vital role in making America great again," Kelly stated, as quoted by NBC News.
Billionaire tech entrepreneur Elon Musk's address at the Inauguration Day of US President Donald Trump is gaining traction due to his one-armed gesture.
Musk, during his speech said, "My heart goes out to you. It is thanks to you that the future of civilisation is assured."
Netizens on X have found similarity to his gesture with Germany's 'Nazi' salute as Musk first placed his right hand on his heart and then thrusting it as a salute in air.
In continuation of the inauguration day celebrations, the Inaugural Parade is currently underway at the Capitol One arena with President Donald Trump in attendance.
The Inaugural Parade, like the Trump's Swearing-in-ceremony, was moved indoors due to the record cold temperature. Trump's Swearing-in took place in Capitol Rotunda.
US President Donald Trump officially announced his nominations to the Cabinet on Monday as the White House Office of Communications circulated an email which officially mentioned Trump's picks.
Until now, Trump had announced his picks for the Cabinet but they were not done officially. The Senate is expected to confirm via vote some of the names today.
Here is a brief list of the Cabinet nominations:
US President Donald Trump arrived at the Capitol One arena after he delivered his address to the supporters a day earlier. Trump is at the Capitol One in continuation of the inauguration celebrations.
An emboldened Donald Trump declared that "America's decline is over" as he reclaimed the presidency on Monday, promising a crackdown on illegal immigration and portraying himself as a savior chosen by God to rescue a faltering nation.
"For American citizens, January 20, 2025, is Liberation Day," Trump, 78, said inside the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol, the symbol of U.S. democracy that was invaded on Jan. 6, 2021, by a mob of Trump supporters intent on reversing his 2020 election defeat to Joe Biden.
The inauguration completes a triumphant return for a political disruptor who was twice impeached, survived two assassination attempts, was convicted in a criminal trial and faced charges for attempting to overturn his 2020 election loss. He is the first president in more than a century to win a second term after losing the White House and the first felon to occupy the White House. —Reuters
From declaring plans to “take back” the Panama Canal to blaming US inflation on government overspending, Donald Trump’s speech after being sworn in as the 47th President of US was a blitzkrieg of claims and announcements.
Here’s a breakdown of Trump’s recent claims and how they stack up against facts.
Claim 1: Trump pledged to take back the Panama Canal and claimed 38,000 Americans died building it.
What Trump Said:
“A short time from now, we are going to be… taking back the Panama Canal. The U.S. spent more money on the project than ever before and lost 38,000 lives. China is now operating the canal, and American ships are being severely overcharged.”
The Facts:
The actual number of deaths from the American construction effort for the Panama Canal stands at around 5,600, not 38,000, according to The Guardian. Most of those who died were workers from the Caribbean, including Antigua, Barbados, and Jamaica. Additionally, the claim that China controls the canal is false. While a Hong Kong consortium won a port operations bid in 1997, US and Taiwanese companies operate other ports along the canal. Read Full Report
US President Donald Trump is preparing to issue sweeping pardons to defendants charged in the Jan. 6 2021 attack on the US Capitol and intends to cut short sentences for people who attacked police, ABC News reported on Monday, citing unidentified sources. ABC News reported that Trump planned to wipe away convictions for those who did not commit violence during the riot at the Capitol.
Trump is seeking to commute the sentences of those convicted of assaults on law enforcement, a move that could allow supporters currently in prison to be released, according to the report. —Reuters
President Trump has officially been sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, but the day’s events are far from over.
Trump has just signed the first official documents of his second presidency, surrounded by congressional leaders, with much more to come.
Here’s what’s ahead for the rest of the day:
- Lunch for Guests: A formal luncheon is taking place in Statuary Hall, where Trump will dine with his allies and supporters.
- Parade: A modified inauguration parade will proceed around the Capital One Arena, with Trump in attendance.
- Signing Ceremony: Trump is expected to sign executive orders at the White House later this afternoon.
- Inaugural Balls: Three official balls will take place this evening – the Liberty Ball, Commander in Chief Ball, and Union Station Ball.
Stay tuned for more updates, as we anticipate political developments and announcements throughout the day.
The pace of today’s inauguration events is set to slow as guests enjoy a lavish luncheon in Statuary Hall, following the initial speeches and ceremonies. The menu includes:
Starter
Chesapeake Crab Cake served with tomato tartar, bay sauce, pickled vegetables, romanesco, dill, and chive oil
Accompanied by Veritas Vineyards ‘Reserve’ Chardonnay from Monticello, Virginia
Main Course
Greater Omaha Angus Ribeye Steak with Thumbelina carrots, broccoli rabe, carrot top herb sauce, red wine truffle jus, and potato gratin
Paired with Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, California
Dessert
Minnesota Apple Ice Box Terrine with sour cream ice cream and salted caramel
Served with Korbel Russian River Valley Natural from Sonoma County, California
While guests take a break, we continue to bring you updates and analysis as President Trump’s second administration takes shape.
Former President Joe Biden gave a brief, subdued response to President Donald Trump’s inaugural address on Monday in his first remarks as a former president.
“We have a lot more to do. We heard the inaugural address today — you know, we got a lot more to do,” he said, crossing himself to laughter from a crowd of former aides at a Joint Base Andrews hangar.
Biden told the crowd he was “leaving office, but we’re not leaving the fight,” urging them to “stay engaged in all the ways you can.”
Standing with former first lady Jill Biden, the former president expressed his gratitude to his team.
“No president gets to choose the moment they enter history. But they get to choose the team they enter it with. And we chose the best damn team in the world,” he said, encouraging them to look back on the past four years with “pride.”
Biden called it the “honor of my life to serve as your president” and offered his perspective on how his one-term presidency would be remembered: “Mark my words: the future’s going to judge what you’ve done as one of the most significant contributions that’s been made by all of America.”
“Thank you, Joe,” the crowd cheered.
The Bidens then crossed the tarmac hand in hand and boarded Special Air Mission 46 for a flight to Santa Ynez, California. They waved from the top of the small steps, with Biden saluting before ducking inside the plane.
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