Presidential Inauguration Biden

Biden was inaugurated on January 20, 2021, in Washington, D.C., under heavy security after the January 6 Capitol riot. He is the 46th President of United States.

Key Highlights

• Swearing-in: Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath.
• Speech Focus: Unity, healing, and democracy after Trump’s term.
• Historic Firsts: Kamala Harris became the first female, Black, and South Asian VP.
• Entertainment: Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, and Garth Brooks performed.
• Security Concerns: Over 25,000 National Guard troops were deployed due to fears of unrest.

Other Highlights

• Trump did not attend (first president to skip since 1869).
• Small pro-Trump protests, but no major incidents.

Joe Biden’s Presidency (2021–2025)

His term has been defined by COVID recovery, foreign conflicts, and economic challenges.

Key Achievements

✅ COVID-19 Response: Vaccination rollout, stimulus checks, and mandates. ✅ Infrastructure Bill: Signed a $1.2 trillion plan to rebuild roads, bridges, and broadband. ✅ Economy: Record job growth post-pandemic, though inflation spiked. ✅ Foreign Policy: Ukraine support (after Russia’s 2022 invasion) and NATO expansion. ✅ Climate Action: Largest U.S. climate investment through the Inflation Reduction Act.

Major Controversies

❌ Afghanistan Withdrawal: Chaotic exit in 2021 after Taliban takeover. ❌ Inflation & Economy: High prices hurt approval ratings. ❌ Border Crisis: Record migrant surges led to criticism of his policies. ❌ Hunter Biden Scandals: Ongoing investigations into his son’s business dealings. ❌ Low Approval: Many Americans, including Democrats, question his 2024 candidacy.