Washington, D.C. is experiencing unprecedented security measures as the inauguration approaches, amid potential security threats.
Fortifications and Preparations
American media have reported that the inauguration could be an "attractive potential target," according to warnings issued by US security agencies.
This comes after a violent election campaign and two assassination attempts targeting Donald Trump, the first during an election rally.
The intelligence agency responsible for protecting high-profile individuals has spoken of a "slightly more robust security plan" compared to previous inaugurations, citing a "more threatening climate."
Matt McCall, a member of the Secret Service responsible for protecting political figures, stated, "We have a somewhat more stringent security plan" compared to previous years, adding that a "range of visible and invisible security measures" has been adopted and that guests at the event will undergo thorough inspections.
Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger said that around 250,000 people are expected to attend the inauguration, adding, "The greatest threat we all face remains the lone wolf," as he put it.
The 20th Amendment to the US Constitution stipulates that the president's four-year term ends at noon on January 20, and the president-elect is inaugurated shortly thereafter.
The ceremonies include: the procession to the Capitol, the vice president's oath-taking ceremony, the president's oath-taking ceremony, the inaugural address, the honorary departure of the outgoing president and vice president, the signing ceremony where the new president signs nominations, memoranda, and executive orders, and a luncheon hosted by Congress at the Capitol.
Additionally, there is a parade ceremony, during which the president and vice president review the military forces before leading the parade along Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House. This year's ceremony theme is "Our Enduring Democracy: A Constitutional Promise."
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