Why These Americans From 14 States Came to Washington for Trump's Inauguration

Jan. 20, 2017
Happy Inauguration Day from Washington, where Donald Trump is now the 45th president of the United States, following a dignified and sacred transfer of power. We've got a special lineup, beginning with ordinary Americans' accounts of why they traveled to Washington to celebrate. We also spoke with military veterans who salute the new commander-in-chief. Unfortunately, some protesters resorted to violence, as these photos show. Finally, read the transcript of Trump's inaugural address for a good idea of where he wants to lead us.
News Why These Americans From 14 States Came to Washington for Trump's Inauguration "Celebrating Mr. Trump brought me to D.C.," says Angela Saxon of Kentwood, Louisiana. "I know Trump is a go-getter. We need somebody who is on everybody's side." Read More
Commentary So Much for Tolerance: Photos of the Violent Protests of Trump's Inauguration In some parts of the nation's capital today, it looks like a war zone. See the Photos
News These Veterans Explain Why They Support Trump David Barrow, who served in the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, or the Old Guard, says he is looking for President Donald Trump to re-establish ties with allies of the United States and "make the military strong again." Read More
News Read the Full Text of President Trump's Inauguration Speech "We are transferring power from Washington, D.C., and giving it back to you, the people," President Donald Trump said in his speech. Read More
Commentary Here's How America's First Outsider President Set a Precedent for Inaugurations "I never saw such a crowd here before," said Massachusetts Sen. Daniel Webster. "Persons have come over 500 miles to see General Jackson, and they really seem to think that the country is rescued from some dreadful danger!" Read More
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