A native of Scranton, Pa., Joe Biden takes office as America's 46th president. Democratic lawmakers projected hope and optimism, while Republicans said they would collaborate but won't compromise.
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Kamala Harris took an oath of office on Wednesday to become the vice president of the United States.
The ceremony thrilled residents in the Indian village of Thulasendrapuram, where Harris grandfather was born.
The village celebrated her swearing in with flowers, firecrackers, and prayers.
Photos of the events in Thulasendrapuram show people holding signs displaying Harris and distributing sweets as a religious offering.
THULASENDRAPURAM, India (AP) Residents of a tiny Indian village surrounded by rice paddies flocked to a Hindu temple, setting off firecrackers and praying and as they watched Kamala Harris, who has strong roots to the village, take her oath of office and become the US vice president on Wednesday.
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TSU band to participate in Inauguration celebration
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) â Tennessee State University s marching band will participate at the We Are One to celebrate the Inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.
The virtual celebration will be held Tuesday, the day before the Inauguration. Video of the band will be used during the streamed event.
âThe Tennessee State University Aristocrat of Bands is very excited to be a part of the inauguration celebration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris,â Dr. Reginald McDonald, TSUâs director of bands said in a press release. âIn the midst of a very challenging year, our band program continues to display the excellence of Tennessee State University.â