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well because that's the official day the president elect becomes president
I think the president becomes official at NOON the day of inauguration, whether he takes the oath or not.
The transition.
It's called Inauguration Day. In 2009, I believe it's on January 20, though I could be wrong.
The first inauguration was on April 30, 1798 and it was for George Washington. It was held in New York City, New York.
She read a poem that she wrote specially for the inauguration. It was called Praise Song for the Day.
Usually Inauguration Day is celebrated in Washington D.C. Though, the first inauguration for George Washington was held in New York, these days we celebrate Inauguration day in Washington D.C.
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The newly elected President of the United States is sworn in on Inauguration Day. The Vice President is also sworn in on this day.
Ronald Reagan's inauguration was the coldest inauguration day on record. The temperature was 7°F.
Abraham Lincoln's first inauguration was on March 4, 1861, and his second inauguration was on March 4, 1865.