Constitutional amendment to allow Trump third term introduced in the House of Representatives
On January 20, 2025 , Donald John Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States , marking the commencement of his second, non-consecutive term. This event made him the second U.S. president, after Grover Cleveland, to serve non-consecutive terms. Inauguration Ceremony Venue : Due to extreme cold and high winds, the ceremony was held inside the Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C., the first indoor inauguration since Ronald Reagan's in 1985. Oaths of Office : President : Administered by Chief Justice John Roberts , Trump took the oath, becoming the 47th president. Vice President : J.D. Vance was sworn in as the 50th Vice President by Associate Justice Brett Kavanaugh . Inaugural Address In his speech, President Trump emphasized themes of national renewal and strength. He declared himself as God's chosen instrument to save America, reflecting support from evangelical leaders. He also issued extensive pardons to hundreds of individuals convicted of partic...