Trump makes up for lost time: Six takeaways from frenetic Inauguration Day

Published January 20, 2025 8:48pm ET



President Donald Trump cemented his return to power on Monday as the 47th commander in chief, moving quickly to unleash several executive orders after his swearing-in ceremony.

Some of the most high-profile tech leaders, including a top Trump ally, Elon Musk, attended the event as tens of thousands of supporters gathered for a public broadcast at the Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, D.C.

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