Donald Trump’s Second Inauguration Breaks Tradition and Courts Controversy

Trump omits the Bible during his oath, delivers a combative inaugural address, and signals policy shifts on gender and territorial claims.

Donald Trump was sworn in for a second term as president without placing his hand on a Bible, deviating from a longstanding presidential tradition.
Critics and supporters debated whether Chief Justice John Roberts rushed the oath, preventing Trump from using the Bibles held by Melania Trump.
In his inaugural address, Trump focused on reversing perceived betrayals, criticized the Justice Department, and emphasized ending America's 'decline.'
Trump announced plans to limit federal recognition to two genders and declared territorial ambitions, including reclaiming the Panama Canal.
The speech avoided topics like Ukraine, Russia, and tax cuts, while making nods to Martin Luther King Jr. and a Mars mission, eliciting mixed reactions.