Trump inauguration: US President-elect Donald Trump, wife Melania attend fireworks at golf club | Watch

US President-elect Donald Trump and family arrive in Washington for pre-inauguration celebrations, showcasing a mix of celebrity performances, political figures, and a vibrant atmosphere as the nation prepares for his historic second inauguration.

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Updated19 Jan 2025, 11:05 AM IST
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Melania Trump watch fireworks at Trump National Golf Club, in Sterling, Virginia, U.S. January 18, 2025. Alex Brandon/Pool via REUTERS     TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Melania Trump watch fireworks at Trump National Golf Club, in Sterling, Virginia, U.S. January 18, 2025. Alex Brandon/Pool via REUTERS TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY(via REUTERS)

US President-elect Donald Trump, accompanied by Melania Trump, daughter Ivanka, her husband Jared Kushner, arrived in Washington to attend a pre-inauguration party and fireworks display. Trump flew aboard an Air Force plane sent by outgoing President Joe Biden from his Palm Beach, Florida base, where he had prepared for his transition after defeating Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris in the November 5 election.

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Donald Trump’s second inauguration celebrations began with a grand arrival at Dulles Airport, where he was greeted by thousands of supporters, tech industry leaders, and conservative media figures. According to CBS News, the President-elect waved at the press and pumped his fist in the air, setting an energetic tone for the upcoming events.

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Earlier, Trump, along with his wife Melania and their son Barron, boarded a plane at Palm Beach International Airport near Mar-a-Lago, where his transition team had been based. The family paused at the top of the stairs, waving to the crowd before heading inside the plane.

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Country music stars Carrie Underwood, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jason Aldean, and rapper Nelly, along with the Village People and Kid Rock, are among the performers slated for Donald Trump’s inauguration events. Actor Jon Voight, wrestler Hulk Hogan, and a host of Trump-supporting business figures—including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and Shou Zi Chew—are also expected to attend, according to CBS News.

While Trump will remain at his club, Vice President-elect JD Vance will host a reception for Cabinet members and a dinner in Washington. On Sunday, Trump will participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery before heading to a rally at Capital One Arena, followed by a private dinner.

(With inputs from ANI)

Key Takeaways
  • Trump’s inauguration events feature a blend of political and entertainment figures.
  • The arrival at Dulles Airport was met with significant public support, illustrating the polarized public sentiment.
  • The inauguration celebrations highlight Trump’s continued popularity among conservative circles.

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