See President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2021 Inauguration Day in Photos

It is time for the White Home to welcome a couple of new houseguests.

On Wednesday, Jan. 19, all eyes have been on Washington, D.C. because the 2021 Presidential Inauguration marked the graduation of the four-year time period of Joe Biden as president and Kamala Harris as vp of the USA.

Though this yr’s occasion noticed fewer People in attendance due to the coronavirus pandemic and security considerations, D.C.’s custom continued as deliberate with a wide range of speeches, particular visitors and an general theme of “America United.”

Whereas former President Donald Trump beforehand declined to attend the festivities, former Vice President Mike Pence was on-hand in addition to former presidents together with Invoice Clinton, Barack Obama and George W. Bush.

As well as, Woman Gaga agreed to sing the Nationwide Anthem earlier than Jennifer Lopez took the stage for a particular efficiency. 

For many who have been unable to witness the inauguration throughout the day, there was one other solution to rejoice later within the night time. Tom Hanks hosted Celebrating America, a televised 90-minute program that aired dwell throughout all main networks. Viewers loved highlights from the day’s occasions, in addition to musical performances from Demi Lovato, Justin Timberlake and extra.