Earlier in the day, a long-standing American tradition took place as President-elect Donald Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump and their family, attended a church service at St. John’s Episcopal Church. This service, a customary event for incoming presidents, also saw JD Vance and Usha Vance in attendance. The ceremony set a solemn tone for the day’s historic events.

After the service, Trump and his wife headed to Blair House, the official residence for presidential guests, while Vance and his wife made their way to the White House to meet with Vice President Harris and Emhoff for the formal ceremony.

Later, President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were set to welcome President-elect Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at the North Portico of the White House, signaling the beginning of Trump’s second term in office. Vance was slated to take the oath of office in a ceremony at the US Capitol Rotunda, followed by Trump, who was to deliver his inaugural address, marking the official start of his presidency.

The ceremony would proceed with President Trump signing key nominations and proclamations in the President’s Room, a tradition dating back to Ronald Reagan’s presidency. Trump has promised to swiftly reverse many policies from the Biden administration, with bold executive orders expected on his first day in office.

Inaugural events would continue with a luncheon, troop reviews, and the inaugural parade. The day would culminate with President Trump attending the Liberty Ball and Commander-in-Chief Ball, officially concluding the historic occasion.

With a keen focus on swiftly undoing policies set by the previous administration, Trump expressed his intent to act quickly, stating at a dinner earlier in the week, “With the stroke of my pen, I will revoke dozens of destructive and radical executive orders and actions of the Biden administration. And by this time tomorrow, they will all be null and void.”

This inauguration promises to be a pivotal moment in American history as the nation transitions into a new era of leadership under Vice President-elect JD Vance and President-elect Donald Trump.

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Stanley E. Woodward, an esteemed litigator and co-founder of Brand Woodward Law, LP, will serve as Assistant to the President and Senior Counselor. In his new role, Woodward will collaborate closely with the White House Chief of Staff. With experience handling high-profile cases, including federal jury trials, he brings a wealth of legal expertise to the administration. Prior to this, he represented international corporations facing allegations under the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and coordinated counsel for companies involved in nationwide federal litigation.

Robert Gabriel Jr. is also making a return to the White House, this time as Assistant to the President for Policy. Gabriel has been a trusted advisor to Trump since the 2015 campaign, contributing to the success of Trump’s historic bid for the presidency. He has held various roles, including Special Assistant to the President during Trump’s first term, and has been instrumental in transforming the Mar-a-Lago operation into a national presidential campaign machine. Gabriel’s extensive background in broadcast television also includes his role as an Associate Producer for Fox News’ “The Ingraham Angle.”

Nicholas F. Luna has been appointed Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Implementation, where he will assist in shaping White House policy. A seasoned White House veteran, Luna has previously served as Presidential Trip Director, Personal Aide to the President, Assistant to the President, and Director of Oval Office Operations. In his new position, he will oversee Presidential scheduling and ensure the alignment of White House messaging with the administration’s broader goals. He will also play a key role in executing public-facing aspects of major policy initiatives and milestone events.

William Beau Harrison will return to his role as Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations. Harrison, a trusted aide to President Trump, is renowned for his leadership in coordinating presidential travel, including complex international trips. He has received the Secretary of Defense Medal for Outstanding Public Service and has been a critical figure in managing presidential operations. During Trump’s first term, Harrison played a crucial role in orchestrating historic summits, including those with North Korean Leader Kim Jong-Un, and in leading US delegations to countries like Iraq, North Korea, and Afghanistan.

Donald Trump’s resounding victory in the 2024 election, where he secured 312 electoral votes to Kamala Harris’ 226, was historic not only for his electoral win but also for his success in clinching the popular vote—a feat he shares with George Bush, the last Republican president to achieve this in 2004. Trump will make history again by becoming only the second leader to serve two non-consecutive terms in US history. His formal swearing-in will take place on January 20.

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