Washington, Jan 20: Donald Trump was officially sworn in as the 47th President of the United States at a ceremony held inside the Capitol for the first time in 40 years. In his inaugural address, Trump proclaimed that “the golden age of America begins right now,” signaling the start of what he described as a transformative era for the nation.
The event witnessed the presence of key dignitaries, including members of Congress, Supreme Court Justices, Trump’s family, his prospective Cabinet members, and prominent tech industry leaders. The inaugural ceremony was marked by grandeur and a firm declaration of Trump’s vision to restore America’s prominence on the global stage.
President Trump outlined a robust agenda, promising a series of executive actions to reverse several Democratic policies. His focus areas include immigration reform, energy independence, trade policies, and restructuring the federal workforce. Trump’s speech also emphasized ending what he referred to as the “vicious” and “unfair weaponization” of the Justice Department.
“From this day forward, America’s decline is over,” Trump stated, vowing to restore faith, wealth, democracy, and freedom to the American people. He described his presidency as a “mandate” to reverse what he labeled as a betrayal of the American people, urging unity to achieve unparalleled success as a nation.
Notably, Trump highlighted his intentions to foster peace and unity, referencing recent progress such as the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and the release of hostages. In a bold declaration, he vowed to pursue the U.S. space program with renewed vigor, envisioning American astronauts planting the national flag on Mars.
Further, Trump reiterated his controversial plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America” and restore the name of Denali in Alaska to Mount McKinley, its earlier designation. He also voiced his desire to reclaim U.S. influence over the strategically significant Panama Canal, though this statement drew criticism as Panama’s president previously clarified the absence of Chinese involvement in canal operations.
Trump’s inaugural address also touched upon domestic policies, announcing plans to reinstate service members expelled for vaccine non-compliance and abolish certain race and gender-based policies. He declared a return to a “color-blind and merit-based” society, emphasizing his stance on traditional gender definitions.
Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to Trump, expressing optimism about renewed collaboration between the two nations. In a post on X, Modi wrote, “Congratulations my dear friend President Donald Trump on your historic inauguration as the 47th president of the United States! I look forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both our countries, and to shape a better future for the world.”
Trump’s swearing-in heralds the beginning of a tenure that promises significant domestic and international policy shifts, aimed at redefining America’s position in the global order.