Donald Trump Inauguration: When and where to watch live streaming of 47th US President’s swearing-in ceremony

Donald Trump is all set to be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States for a second term at noon (10:30 pm IST) on Monday. The ceremony will take place in the US Capitol Rotunda, a powerful symbol given the events of January 6, 2021, when rioters stormed the building in an attempt to overturn Joe Biden’s 2020 victory.

This inauguration marks an incredible political comeback for Trump, who is only the second president in American history to lose re-election and return to the White House. The first was Grover Cleveland, who served two non-consecutive terms in the 1880s and 1890s.

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Where to watch Trump’s inauguration Live

The ceremony will be broadcast live on major networks such as NBC, CNN, ABC, CBS, Fox News, and C-SPAN. For those who prefer to stream it, the White House will broadcast the event on its official website, [whitehouse.gov](https://www.whitehouse.gov/), as well as its social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).

The swearing-in and speeches will be held indoors at the US Capitol Rotunda, with a live stream of the event and parade at the Capital One Arena in Washington. Expect the speeches to start at 11:30 am ET.

Inaugurations are a longstanding tradition, held every four years on January 20 (or January 21 if it falls on a Sunday). The ceremony marks the official start of a president’s term, with the oath of office taken at noon, followed by a range of official engagements. The gap between Election Day and the inauguration allows time for the outgoing administration to wrap up and the incoming one to prepare for a smooth transition of power.

What happens on inauguration day?

On the day of the US president’s inauguration, the event is planned and hosted by a Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC), made up of members from both the House and Senate. The United States Secret Service is responsible for ensuring the event’s security.

Traditionally held outdoors at the West Front of the US Capitol, the ceremony for 2025 will take place indoors in the Capitol Rotunda, a decision made by Trump due to the frigid temperatures in Washington, DC.

In addition to senior leaders from both the Democratic and Republican parties, former US presidents, and other dignitaries, business moguls like Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos are expected to attend the inauguration. Shou Chew, CEO of TikTok, will also be attending. Musk, in particular, will be part of the Trump administration.