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Trump did not put his hand on the Bible at inauguration. Here's what to know about the tradition.
Trump’s Hand Not on Bible When He Takes Oath
Trump doesn't place hand on Bible during swearing-in
Trump took the oath of office on Monday immediately after Vice President JD Vance was sworn in by Associate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. As Vance took the oath of office, he placed his right hand on a Bible that was held by his wife, Usha Vance, as she also held one of their three children.
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance both used Bibles with sentimental value to take the oath of office.
Trump's second inauguration day begins with a service at St John's Church, Lafayette Square, followed by tea at the White House.
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, with a number of hidden moments occurring before and during the inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump will use two Bibles to culminate the 60th Presidential Inauguration. He is not the first to do so, nor to use the historical Bible he chose.
Museum of the Bible Chief Curatorial Officer Robert Duke said Trump’s personal Bible will be added to the set of U.S. presidential inauguration Bibles.
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president Monday, promising a “revolution of common sense” and taking charge as Republicans assume unified control of Washington, D.C., and set out to reshape the country’s institutions.
Presidential inaugurations hold a symbolic place in U.S. history, with the choice of Bible often reflecting personal or national significance.
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Microphone blunder, Bible mishap, and billionaires in 'lingerie' - 8 cringe-worthy moments from Trump's inaugurationPresident Donald Trump' inauguration was rife with poor planning and awkward occurrences as the US ushered in the convicted felon for a second term Monday
President Donald Trump did not place his hand on the two Bibles held by his wife, Melania Trump, when he took his second oath of office to become the 47th president of the United States
When Abraham Lincoln was preparing his speech for his second inaugural in 1865, historians think he cut the sentences and paragraphs from a printed draft and pasted them onto the copy he planned to read from. An excellent orator, he adjusted the spacing, apparently for cadence and dramatic effect.
First Ladies' fashion choices at inauguration ceremonies have always made headlines. Melania Trump’s latest appearance in a wide-brimmed hat has sparked curiosity and continues this tradition. Notable past examples include Mary Todd Lincoln's floral sash and Michelle Obama's custom dresses.
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