Donald Trump has pledged a “great national effort” to be rebuild America after being sworn in as the 45th President of the United States. The 70-year-old billionaire took the oath of office on the west steps of the US Capitol in Washington and brought the curtain down on the presidency of Barack Obama. In his […]
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Donald Trump has pledged a “great national effort” to be rebuild America after being sworn in as the 45th President of the United States.
The 70-year-old billionaire took the oath of office on the west steps of the US Capitol in Washington and brought the curtain down on the presidency of Barack Obama.
In his inaugural address, Mr Trump promised to transfer power from Washington to the people, and pledged a “great national effort” to rebuild the country.
Donald Trump has pledged a “great national effort” to be rebuild America after being sworn in as the 45th President of the United States.
The 70-year-old billionaire took the oath of office on the west steps of the US Capitol in Washington and brought the curtain down on the presidency of Barack Obama.
In his inaugural address, Mr Trump promised to transfer power from Washington to the people, and pledged a “great national effort” to rebuild the country.
“We must protect our border from the ravages of other countries. I will fight for you with every breath of my body and I will never let you down.”
Continuing the populist tone of his victorious campaign, Mr Trump said that a “small group” in Washington had “reaped the rewards of government while the people have borne the cost.
“Washington flourished but the people did not share in its wealth. Politicians prospered but the jobs left and the factories closed.
“The establishment protected itself but not the citizens of our country.”
He added: “That all changes starting right here and right now because this moment is your moment and it belongs to you.”
Hundreds of thousands of people packed onto the National Mall to witness one of the most remarkable transfers of power in American history.
Thousands of protesters have also poured into Washington.
The new Republican President is expected to begin issuing executive orders within hours, according to aides, keeping promises he made on the campaign trail.
Mr Trump swept to victory in November’s election after an unconventional campaign and a message of shaking up the political establishment in Washington.
It remains unclear exactly what steps he will take to deal with immigration, healthcare reform and job creation.
Some of his statements have caused alarm amongst international friends and foes.
The world also waits to see if he will continue his addiction to Twitter.
As they welcomed Mr Trump as their new commander-in-chief, Americans also said farewell to Mr Obama after eight years in the Oval Office.
In his parting message to the American people, he said: “I think we’re going to be okay.”
Mr Obama is heading to the Californian desert resort of Palm Springs with former first lady Michelle Obama and with America assessing his legacy.
The future of the Obamacare healthcare reforms and executive actions on immigration appear to be at risk.
As the inauguration events continue, more than million anti-Trump protesters are expected to stage mass protests in Washington and around the country on Saturday.
The Women’s March on Washington is aimed at highlighting Mr Trump’s history of misogynistic comments and treatment of women.
The tycoon, who has never held public office before in his life, is now the most powerful leader on the planet.
Source:Sky News
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