Define: Inauguration

The presidential inauguration marks the official beginning of a new presidential term and the transfer of power from the outgoing president to the incoming president.

The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies is responsible for organizing the presidential inauguration.

The president takes the oath of office, which is a constitutional requirement, to swear to faithfully execute the duties of the presidency and to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States.

The presidential inauguration cannot be postponed or canceled, except in the case of a national emergency or other extraordinary circumstances.

The president-elect, vice president-elect, members of Congress, and other dignitaries are required to attend the presidential inauguration.

If the president-elect is unable to attend the inauguration, the vice president-elect will be sworn in as acting president until the president-elect is able to take the oath of office.

The Supreme Court has no formal role in the presidential inauguration, but the chief justice typically administers the oath of office to the president-elect.

Protests and demonstrations are allowed during the presidential inauguration, but they must be peaceful and comply with local laws and regulations.

The cost of the presidential inauguration varies, but it is typically funded by private donations and government appropriations.

After the presidential inauguration, the new president begins their term in office and begins to implement their policy agenda.