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What is expected at Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony?

India Today brings you glimpse of  what is expected during US President-elect Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony today. Trump will take the oath of office and to become the 45th president of the US. He will succeed Barack Obama and the swearing-in event will be presided over by Roy Blunt, a Republican senator from Missouri. Blunt will introduce US Chief Justice John Roberts of the US Supreme Court who will administer the oath on the steps of the United States Capitol Building.

Mike Pence, the vice president-elect, will take oath shortly after Trump. Among the attendees will be former presidents George W Bush, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter. The swearing-in will be followed by performances by Radio City Rockettes, Jackie Evancho and Mormon Tabernacle Choir.

 

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