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Donald Trump’s Inauguration 2025: A Comprehensive Guide to Online and TV Coverage
The 2025 inauguration of Donald J. Trump is just around the corner, and Morningpicker has got you covered with a comprehensive guide to online and TV coverage of the event. The three-day extravaganza in Washington, D.C. promises to be a historic moment in American history, and we’ll break down the best ways to watch it online and on TV.
Inauguration Schedule and Events
The inauguration of Donald Trump is a three-day event that kicks off on Saturday with the President’s Reception and Fireworks, as well as the Cabinet Reception and Vice President’s Dinner. On Sunday, an Arlington National Cemetery ceremony will see Trump laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Later, he will deliver remarks at the Make America Great Again Victory Rally at Capital One Arena, which will include performances by Kid Rock, the Village People, Billy Ray Cyrus, and Lee Greenwood. Trump will also speak later in the evening at the Candlelight Dinner.
Pre-Inauguration Events
- President’s Reception and Fireworks: Saturday, January 18
- Cabinet Reception and Vice President’s Dinner: Saturday, January 18
- Arlington National Cemetery ceremony: Sunday, January 19
- Make America Great Again Victory Rally at Capital One Arena: Sunday, January 19
- Candlelight Dinner: Sunday, January 19
- St. John’s church service: Monday, January 20
- Tea at the White House: Monday, January 20
- Swearing-in ceremony at the U.S. Capitol: Monday, January 20, around noon ET
- Farewell to the Former President and Vice President: Monday, January 20
- Signing Ceremony: Monday, January 20
- Congressional Luncheon: Monday, January 20
- President’s Review of the Troops: Monday, January 20
- Presidential parade down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House: Monday, January 20
- Oval Office signing ceremony: Monday, January 20
- Commander In Chief Ball: Monday, January 20
- Liberty Ball: Monday, January 20
- Starlight Ball: Monday, January 20
Inauguration Day Schedule
Inauguration Day on Monday, January 20, will begin with a St. John’s church service and a tea at the White House before the actual swearing-in ceremony at the U.S. Capitol, taking place around noon ET.
Post-Inauguration Events
The evening of Inauguration Day will feature the Commander In Chief Ball, the Liberty Ball, and the Starlight Ball, with Trump expected to deliver remarks at each of these events.
TV Coverage of the Inauguration
ABC News Coverage
Morningpicker will provide comprehensive coverage of the inauguration on ABC News, starting with a special edition of Good Morning America at 7 a.m. ET, followed by a daylong special report beginning at 9 a.m. led by World News Tonight anchor David Muir from Washington, D.C.
Coverage will include Trump’s visit to Capitol Hill, the swearing-in ceremony and inaugural address, the signing ceremony in the Oval Office, the parade, and more.
On Monday evening, ABC will present The Second Inauguration of Donald J. Trump – An ABC News Special anchored by Muir at 10 p.m. ET, providing reporting and analysis on the events leading up to Trump’s historic second presidency.
CNN/MAX Coverage
CNN’s special live coverage will begin at 7 a.m. ET, led by anchors Jake Tapper and Anderson Cooper, along with Dana Bash, Kaitlan Collins, John King, Abby Phillip, Jamie Gangel, and Audie Cornish.
At 2 p.m., Erin Burnett will lead coverage from the parade route, joined by Kasie Hunt. At 4 p.m., Tapper and Bash will anchor coverage from outside the White House, joined by Wolf Blitzer and others.
Starting at 7 p.m., Erin Burnett will look ahead at the new administration’s priorities, while Collins and John Berman will be live at one of the inaugural balls. Cooper joins coverage at 8 p.m., Phillip and Laura Coates anchoring at 10 p.m. from the balls along with Boris Sanchez.
C-SPAN Coverage
C-SPAN is promising “live, raw, feeds capturing every moment of the second presidential inauguration of Donald Trump.” These feeds will be available throughout Inauguration Day on C-SPAN2.
The network’s traditional Inauguration Day coverage will air on the main C-SPAN channel starting live at 7 a.m. ET Monday and going through the inaugural balls.
All events will be shown live, uninterrupted, and include expert insights from presidential historians and political analysts, and commentary from viewers calling-in from across the nation.
Online Streaming and Coverage
ABC News Online Coverage
Morningpicker’s ABC News online coverage will include streaming and digital content, available on ABC News Live, ABC News Digital, and ABC News Radio.
Viewers can access ABC News’ online coverage through various platforms, including the ABC News website and mobile app.
CNN Online Coverage
CNN’s online coverage will be available on CNN.com and the Max streaming platform.
Viewers can access CNN’s online coverage through various platforms, including the CNN website and mobile app.
C-SPAN Online Coverage
C-SPAN’s online coverage will be available on C-SPAN2 and C-SPAN.com.
Viewers can access C-SPAN’s online coverage through various platforms, including the C-SPAN website and mobile app.
Practical Aspects of Watching the Inauguration Online and On TV
Tips for Watching the Inauguration Online
To ensure a smooth viewing experience, Morningpicker recommends using a reliable internet connection and a compatible device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop.
Viewers can access online coverage through various platforms, including the ABC News, CNN, and C-SPAN websites and mobile apps.
Tips for Watching the Inauguration On TV
To ensure a smooth viewing experience, Morningpicker recommends using a reliable TV connection and a compatible TV provider, such as cable or satellite TV.
Viewers can access TV coverage through various channels, including ABC News, CNN, and C-SPAN.
Inauguration Schedule and Times
The inauguration schedule and times are as follows:
- St. John’s church service: Monday, January 20, 8:30 a.m. ET
- Tea at the White House: Monday, January 20, 9:30 a.m. ET
- Swearing-in ceremony at the U.S. Capitol: Monday, January 20, around noon ET
- Farewell to the Former President and Vice President: Monday, January 20, 1:00 p.m. ET
- Signing Ceremony: Monday, January 20, 2:00 p.m. ET
- Congressional Luncheon: Monday, January 20, 3:00 p.m. ET
- President’s Review of the Troops: Monday, January 20, 4:00 p.m. ET
- Presidential parade down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House: Monday, January 20, 5:00 p.m. ET
- Oval Office signing ceremony: Monday, January 20, 6:00 p.m. ET
Conclusion
As Donald Trump’s inauguration approaches, the world’s eyes will be glued to the screen, eager to witness this historic moment. Whether you choose to follow the proceedings on television or online, you’ll have access to a wealth of coverage from various networks, each offering their unique perspective. From traditional broadcast giants to digital platforms, the inauguration will be a spectacle witnessed by millions across the globe, highlighting the power and reach of modern media.
The significance of this event transcends the mere changing of hands in the Oval Office. It marks a pivotal moment in American history, one that will undoubtedly shape the nation’s future trajectory. The coverage itself reflects this moment, with networks investing heavily in comprehensive analysis and expert commentary. This signifies not just an event to be observed, but one to be deeply understood and dissected. As the world watches and analyzes, the inauguration will serve as a launchpad for countless discussions, debates, and analyses, each contributing to our understanding of this new chapter in American history.