Biden sworn-in amid Trump snub - January 21, 2021
WASHINGTON DC Joe Biden was yesterday sworn in as the 46th United States President, ending one of the most dramatic political transitions in American history.
“Democracy has prevailed,” he said after taking the oath of office from Chief Justice John Roberts.
Donald Trump, who has not formally conceded to Biden, did not attend the ceremony.
The new President has announced a raft of executive orders aimed at reversing Trump’s key policies.
Kamara Harris was sworn in ahead of Biden becoming the first woman and the first black and Asian-American person elevated to serve in a role a heartbeat from the presidency.
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday congratulated the new United States President, Joe Biden and his deputy, Kamala Harris on their inauguration. |
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Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama: Why Everyone Wore Purple to Biden s Inauguration
Purple was the colour of the Biden-Harris inauguration on January 20. Many including Vice President Harris, former first lady Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton chose to wear purple for the event.
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Purple, albeit different hues of it, was the colour of the Biden-Harris inauguration on January 20.
On Wednesday, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris scripted history in one of the most-eagerly watched inauguration of United States President and Vice-President. However, there was one thing that stood out - purple seemed to be the theme of the event. Many including Vice President Harris, former first lady Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton chose to wear purple for the event.