In a momentous return to the Oval Office, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, emphasizing a commitment to ushering in a "golden age" for the nation. Following his second oath of office, he addressed the nation, calling for a "revolution of common sense." Due to extreme weather conditions in the capital, the inauguration ceremonies were held indoors, a rare occurrence.

Trump expressed confidence in a "thrilling new era of national success," highlighting a "tide of change" sweeping the country. He urged Americans to embrace courage and vigor, reminiscent of "history’s greatest civilization."

Trump's victory followed a dramatic election cycle. Initially facing President Biden's re-election bid, the landscape shifted after a poorly received debate performance by Biden. Under pressure, Biden withdrew and endorsed then-Vice President Kamala Harris, who subsequently lost to Trump in a landslide victory. Trump's running mate was Senator JD Vance of Ohio.

The election was also marked by two assassination attempts against Trump. The first occurred at a Pennsylvania rally where he was struck by a bullet but survived, crediting a chart he was displaying for deflecting the shot. Weeks later, another attempt was thwarted by the Secret Service at Trump's golf course in Florida.

Upon taking office, Trump is expected to enact over 200 executive actions addressing border security, energy policy, cost of living, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. He has also pledged to reverse several policies of the previous administration, including "catch and release," offshore wind leases, electric vehicle mandates, the Green New Deal, and the Paris Climate Accord.