Michigan leaders react to Joe Biden's inauguration Andrew Harnik/AP President-elect Joe Biden waves as he arrives at The Queen theater, Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, in Wilmington, Del. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik) By: FOX 17 and last updated 2021-01-20 20:53:10-05 MICHIGAN â Officials have begun responding to the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as president and vice president of the United States. Michigan Rep. Fred Upton says the inauguration marks a new chapter in the history of the United States. âToday marks a new chapter in American history as Joe Biden is sworn in as the United Statesâ 46th President. Our nationâs leaders must renew their commitment to working together in a bipartisan fashion to address the challenges facing the American people. COVID-19 is ravaging our country, the vaccine rollout has been disappointing, mom and pop shops are closing, and folks are struggling to keep food on the table. As a vice-chair of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus, I am rolling my sleeves up and extending a hand across the aisle to work with anyone from any party who is serious about solving problems. Letâs get to work.â