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Donald Trump inauguration: 'It all begins today' – live coverage
Donald Trump inauguration: 'It all begins today' – live coverage
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Here is a clip of the Trumps arriving at St John’s Church:
Trump and family arrive for church service at St. John's Episcopal Church #InaugurationDay https://t.co/S3JsClSsds pic.twitter.com/IgrYqXnnrJ
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The Trumps have arrived at St John’s Church, along with other members of their family. Donald and Melania Trump were greeted by the pastor at the door.
Donald and Melania Trump arrive at St John's Church in Washington DC pic.twitter.com/ZbnsJzpLNd
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People have been tweeting pictures of the Trumps leaving the building. They are now on their way to the church in a large convoy of black cars.
Trump and Melania spotted leaving this AM with the First Lady to be wearing a very Jackie O esque outfit. pic.twitter.com/srUFAnXBeE
Wow .. Melania = Jackie O. Sit your ass down Tom Ford. pic.twitter.com/NBYHQPdH7M
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Donald and Melania Trump, who was wearing a light blue outfit that TV anchors compared to the style of Jackie Kennedy, are leaving Blair House in Washington and getting into a large black car. Trump was wearing a long black coat and red tie.
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Vice-president-elect Mike Pence has arrived at St John’s Church for the service that the Trumps will also attend, MSNBC reports.
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About 28,000 security personnel, kilometres of fencing, roadblocks, street barricades and dump trucks laden with sand are part of the security cordon about eight square kilometres of central Washington, AP reports.
Trucks blocking one of the roads leading to the White House in Washington DC pic.twitter.com/rAXiabzOF3
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Before the inauguration ceremony, Trump and his wife Melania are due to leave Blair House, the president’s guest house, to attend a service at St John’s Episcopal Church, which is located across Lafayette Park from the White House.
Before the inauguration ceremony, Trump and his wife Melania are due to leave Blair House, the president’s guest house, to attend a service at St John’s Episcopal Church, which is located across Lafayette Park from the White House.
They are also due to meet Barack and Michelle Obama at the White House for tea or coffee, before the two couples travel together in the presidential limousine for the short trip to the Capitol for the swearing-in ceremony.
They are also due to meet Barack and Michelle Obama at the White House for tea or coffee, before the two couples travel together in the presidential limousine for the short trip to the Capitol for the swearing-in ceremony.
Here’s a reminder of today’s schedule (all times ET):
Here’s a reminder of today’s schedule (all times ET):
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Waxworks of soon-to-be President Trump are being unveiled at museums across the world, AFP reports.
Waxworks of soon-to-be President Trump are being unveiled at museums across the world, AFP reports.
As Donald Trump prepares to take the oath of office, his wax likeness is appearing in museums around the world pic.twitter.com/DPP21Zv7xP
As Donald Trump prepares to take the oath of office, his wax likeness is appearing in museums around the world pic.twitter.com/DPP21Zv7xP
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Protesters chanting “no Tump, no KKK, no racists, fascists, go away” have disrupted preparations for the inauguration.
Protesters chanting “no Tump, no KKK, no racists, fascists, go away” have disrupted preparations for the inauguration.
No Tump! No KK! Racist, fascist go Way! #disruptj20 #disrupthate #TrumpInauguration pic.twitter.com/5lyNYIlY9j
No Tump! No KK! Racist, fascist go Way! #disruptj20 #disrupthate #TrumpInauguration pic.twitter.com/5lyNYIlY9j
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In Washington Trump protesters appear to have made it through security.
In Washington Trump protesters appear to have made it through security.
Half the line seem to be anti-Trump. Protesters being let thru and assembling on inside pic.twitter.com/w2iqP5XM4y
Half the line seem to be anti-Trump. Protesters being let thru and assembling on inside pic.twitter.com/w2iqP5XM4y
Protesters inside the secure zone #TrumpInauguration pic.twitter.com/MbQmVrLlaU
Protesters inside the secure zone #TrumpInauguration pic.twitter.com/MbQmVrLlaU
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Trump: 'it all begins today'
Trump has fired off the first tweet on the day he’ll be sworn in president. “It all begins today,” he said.
He also went into caps lock mode to say: “THE MOVEMENT CONTINUES - THE WORK BEGINS”.
It all begins today! I will see you at 11:00 A.M. for the swearing-in. THE MOVEMENT CONTINUES - THE WORK BEGINS!
Expect more
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And Donald Trump’s tie is made in China.
Today's #Inauguration tie by Donald J Trump collection - made in China. pic.twitter.com/0xXp2QnmBe
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Breaking fashion news ...
Melania Trump will reportedly be dressed in outfits by Karl Lagerfeld and Ralph Lauren for her husband’s inaugural celebrations, marking a departure from the traditional rule of the First Lady wearing only US brands for such an occasion, according to PA.
While Ralph Lauren is widely regarded as a quintessential American label, German designer Lagerfeld, who is based in Paris and designs under three brands - Chanel, Fendi and his own eponymous fashion line - would be a notable choice for the former model.
Michelle Obama opted for a yellow suit by Cuban-American designer Isabel Toledo for Barack Obama’s 2009 inauguration ceremony, and a one-shouldered white silk chiffon gown to the evening inaugural balls, designed by New York-based Jason Wu.
In 2013 she chose a belted blue-checked coat by Thom Browne for the daytime ceremony and a red halterneck gown for the evening, again by Jason Wu.
Melania Trump has scaled back her flashier wardrobe choices since she became the First Lady-to-be and has already displayed her affinity for Lauren’s clothes, sporting his black jumpsuit for the third presidential debate, and wearing his white jumpsuit on election night.
Lauren is also no stranger to dressing First Ladies and has already designed for Mrs Obama, Nancy Reagan and Betty Ford.
If Mrs Trump chose a Lagerfeld design for Chanel it would echo the most famous Chanel outfit ever worn by a First Lady - the pink suit Jackie Kennedy wore when President Kennedy was shot.
On Thursday Mrs Trump opted for a custom-made black coat by New York designer Norisol Ferrari for a wreath laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, teamed with Gucci sunglasses, and later donned a sleek gold gown by Reem Acra, a Lebanese-born, New York-based designer.
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Several right wing politicians in Europe, including Ukip’s former leader Nigel Farage and France’s Front National presidential candidate Marine Le Pen are looking forward to a “new era” under Trump.
"Donald #Trump a réussi à relocaliser davantage en un tweet que Sarkozy et Hollande en dix ans !" #InvitéPol
"L'élection de Donald #Trump ouvre une nouvelle ère de coopération entre les Nations." #InvitéPol
I wish @realDonaldTrump well and look forward to the inauguration later today. pic.twitter.com/TCNKXKKoQ7
12.06pm GMT
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The usual diplomatic niceties about welcoming in new presidents are being widely abandoned.
The international affairs thinktank Chatham House, not known as particularly outspoken organisation, said a “shadow has been cast over America”.
Leslie Vinjamuri, Associate Fellow of the US and Americas Programme at Chatham House, added:
“Today’s inauguration will take place in an America marked by the greatest divisions that we have seen, perhaps, since Vietnam. People and leaders across the globe lack confidence that America will be a reliable partner in the years ahead. The sense of deep uncertainty that surrounds today’s ceremony is palpable.”
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British MPs have been expressing dismay at the prospect of a Trump presidency.
Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron said:
“Trump’s journey to the White House was the most divisive, vulgar and illiberal presidential campaign in memory, and judging by his actions since, these traits are sure to continue during his Presidency.
“Of course the UK must continue to engage with the US on matters of mutual concern, but Theresa May must not to damage our national integrity and values by bowing down to a bully.
“Liberal internationalism has never been more at threat, and Trump’s inauguration today should serve as a chilling reminder to those who believe in an open, tolerant and united Britain that these values must be fought for, now more than ever, both at home and worldwide.”
Others tweeted their defiance.
#ThisistheDay. It's not the end or even the beginning of the end but it is the end of the beginning & the beginning of the fightback #Trump
I will not be watching inauguration of DJ Trump, instead I will be campaigning in #Failsworth&watching I,Daniel Blake with 100 constituents
As Trump gets his first access to the nuclear codes today(!!!), the case for a world free of nuclear weapons gets stronger.
Glad to join @lgsmigrants with #BridgesNotWalls banner in #Brighton - opposing hatred whipped up by #Trump & standing up for rights of all pic.twitter.com/9bwlQJJfnR
11.50am GMT
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Peter Walker
Theresa May has received a letter from Donald Trump, her spokesman has told the regular parliamentary media briefing, writes Peter Walker.
It seems to have arrived at some point this week.
It was a reply to May’s letter to the president-elect, news of which appeared when Trump showed it to Michael Gove when the Tory MP was interviewing him for the Times.
That letter contained a gift – a copy of Winston Churchill’s speech following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour.
Asked if Trump sent a gift in return, May’s spokesman said: “I’m not aware that he did, but as we said, the prime minister didn’t send a gift in the hope she would receive one.”
Otherwise there was no information about what was in the letter, or even whether is was printed or handwritten.
11.48am GMT
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At his pre-inauguration speech last night Trump spoke about the “forgotten man”. He said:
On the campaign I called it “the forgotten man” and “the forgotten woman.” Well, you’re not forgotten anymore. That I can tell you. Not forgotten anymore.
His words were an unintended reminder of a painting by Jon McNaughton entitled the “Forgotten Man”, which according Steve Rose is the defining image of Trump’s presidential moment.
11.37am GMT
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The White House took on a ghostly quality as most of President Obama’s staff moved out, writes David Nakamura in the Washington Post.
Desks were emptied. Iconic photographs of Obama came off the walls. Handwritten notes were left for the Obama aides’ successors.
Secret Service agents allowed reporters to take some photos of the hallways, where empty frames hung on the walls. “There’s nothing in them,” one said with a shrug ...
A skeleton staff was scheduled to be on hand Friday morning as Obama welcomed Trump for the traditional tea service before leaving for the inauguration and his swearing-in at noon. But most had already left the place behind.
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In the months leading up to his presidency Trump has made numerous pledges about what he will do on his first day in office. From repealing Obamacare to building a wall to withdrawing from the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal, here’s a video of some of the promises Trump has made.
