LA native Amanda Gorman makes history as youngest inaugural poet
Los Angeles native and national youth poet laureate Amanda Gorman, 22, shined in one of the most talked about moments during Joe Biden's inauguration ceremony as she shared a powerful message.
‘American aspiration’: Vice President Kamala Harris addresses nation after making history
Kamala Harris made history on Wednesday, becoming the country's first Black, first Asian and first female second-in-command, after being inaugurated alongside President Joe Biden.
Jen Psaki, Biden’s new White House press secretary, vows ‘truth and transparency’ in 1st briefing
In a move toward transparency, Jen Psaki, President Joe Biden’s new White House press secretary, held the administration’s first press briefing Wednesday evening after Biden’s inauguration.
NYC students look to the future as Biden enters White House
Today was no ordinary Inauguration Day for teachers to present to their students, but they didn't shy away from the conversation about this historic day.
Indian village celebrates Kamala Harris on Inauguration Day
People in a tiny Indian village watched on television as village descendant Kamala Harris took the oath to become the U.S. vice president.
'Don’t haste ye back': Scotland's leader says 'cheerio' to Trump, congratulates Biden, Harris
Speaking ahead of President Joe Biden’s inauguration on Jan. 20, Nicola Sturgeon, first minister of Scotland, said the country “will be very happy to say ‘cheerio’ to Donald Trump.”
Biden says Trump left 'very generous' letter for him before departing White House
It’s traditional for outgoing presidents to leave a note for their successor.
‘Hamilton’ cast reacts to Broadway musical’s references in inauguration poem
The cast of Broadway’s hit musical “Hamilton” is raising a glass after getting references in Amanda Gorman’s poem recited at President Joe Biden’s inauguration Wednesday.
Kamala Harris' purple coat, Lady Gaga's lavish costume: American designers reign on Inauguration Day 2021
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris showcased American designers at their inauguration Wednesday, and Harris gave a nod to women's suffrage and Shirley Chisholm in pearls and purple.
Vice President Kamala Harris bids farewell to predecessor Mike Pence in ‘honorary departure’
Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff gave the official sendoff to former Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, on the Capitol steps following the swear-in ceremony.
Full transcript: Read President Joe Biden’s inaugural address
In his first remarks as president, Joe Biden said his swearing-in marks a day of “history and hope” and that the country has “learned again that democracy is precious.” You can read his remarks in full here.
Bernie Sanders’ mittens: Vermont senator’s Inauguration Day outfit lights up social media
Sen. Bernie Sanders drew attention on social media during Wednesday’s 2021 presidential inauguration for an unlikely reason: his outfit.
Biden, Harris safely sworn in as inauguration concludes with no security issues
Joe Biden was safely sworn in as president in a Washington on edge, two weeks after rioters loyal to former President Donald Trump besieged the Capitol.
Inauguration Day 2021: Biden placed hand on same family Bible used during his VP, Senate swearing-in
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris took their oaths of office on Wednesday using Bibles that are laden with personal meaning.
2021 Inauguration | Pledge of Allegiance
Capt. Andrea Hall of the South Fulton Fire and Rescue Department recites the Pledge of Allegiance in English and ASL at the inauguration ceremony. Hall is the president of the International Association of Firefighters Local 3920.
2021 Inauguration | Benediction
The Rev. Silvester Beaman of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Wilmington, Del., offers the benediction at the close of the inauguration ceremony of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Beaman is a close friend of Biden and his family.
2021 Inauguration | Poetry Reading
Amanda Gorman, the United States Poet Laureate, reads a poem at the inaugural ceremony. Gorman was raised in Los Angeles and is a graduate of Harvard University.
Celebrities in attendance for inauguration of Joe Biden, Kamala Harris
Celebrities are taking part in the historic day in D.C. with Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga and more descending on the District for the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
'Hero' US Capitol Police officer escorts Vice President-elect Kamala Harris at inauguration
A Capitol police officer hailed as a hero for his actions during the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol is accompanying Vice President-elect Kamala Harris at the inauguration of Harris and President-elect Joe Biden.
2021 Inauguration | Invocation
Father Leo J. O'Donovan, a longtime friend of Joe Biden's family, delivers the invocation at the inauguration ceremony at the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2021.