While we know by now that Carrie Underwood will sing at President-Elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20th, additional tidbits of information are slowly being revealed. We also know, for instance, that former First Lady Michelle Obama won’t be in attendance. Of course, Trump will deliver remarks at a “Victory Rally” at the Capitol One Arena on Sunday, Jan. 19.
Undoubtedly, Trump will boast about his “greatness” and perhaps rant about the evil Democrats on the Jan.6 Committee who investigated him. He may even single out Jack Smith or Liz Cheney. Of course, he’s also said he plans to exonerate protesters who were jailed for participating in the attack on the Capitol, and he may flog that during his speech.
Who knows?
Forbes has the 411 on Trump’s inauguration — including the guest list, performers, and the schedule. Trump has demanded that the flag not be held at half-staff as part of the month-long observance of Jimmy Carter’s passing. Because of course, that would take the attention he so desperately craves 24/7 away from him. Fortunately, Speaker Mike Johnson has said the flag will remain at half-mast, where it should remain throughout Trump’s presidency as a reminder of the hell he is about to release on the U.S.
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But I digress, back to what we know about the inauguration.
The event kicks off Saturday at his Virginia-based golf club, and four days of celebrations will follow. There will be plenty of pomp and circumstance, with billionaires and three former presidents expected to attend.
You’d think the Democrats might get some gumption and avoid this event, which will almost certainly turn into a Trump glorification ceremony, but you’d be wrong. According to Forbes, it will be largely bipartisan, even though memories still ring clear about his failure to adequately handle the COVID-19 pandemic and his asinine refusal to accept that he lost the 2020 election.
His inaugural committee has raised a whopping $170 million for the inauguration, including three inaugural balls. While it will almost certainly be a Trump brag-fest, CNBC reports this is apparently going to be on the small side compared to previous inaugurations. Those of Barack Obama and Bill Clinton come to mind.
The swearing-in ceremony for Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance is set for 12 p.m. EST on Monday. Fireworks, a reception for Trump’s cabinet members, and the vice president’s dinner are scheduled for Saturday. Three events are planned for Sunday: A wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Trump will deliver remarks at the aforementioned victory rally, and he will deliver additional comments at a candlelight dinner.
At least one notable conservative foreign leader plans to attend — Argentinian President Javier Milei, who was the first such leader to meet with Trump after his November win. NBC News reports, Trump has also reportedly invited Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. It’s unclear if Bukele will attend, but Meloni said she will attend if her schedule allows it. Chinese President Xi Jinping will send an official envoy to participate in his place, per the Financial Times. Indicted and fortunately former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro (infamous destroyer of the Amazon rainforest) said on X that he’s trying to have his passport returned so he can attend.
It’s good to know that all the creepy politicos will be in one place. That certainly befits anything that has to do with Trump.
A smattering of billionaires (including Elon Musk, naturally) will be in attendance — including Meta CEO Mark Zuckerburg and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, per NBC News. One can assume a lot of caviar will be consumed at this over-the-top spectacle.
As far as entertainers, along with Underwood, the Village People (who were frustrated at Trump’s constant use of their song, “YMCA”) will also be performing at numerous events, including Trump’s rally on Sunday. Country singers Lee Greenwood, Jason Aldean (of course), and Billy Ray Cyrus are expected to perform.
So now you know, all the disgusting people are going to be there. If, for some reason, you decide to watch the goings-on, I suggest you stock up on Pepto-Bismol. You’re going to need it for this barf fest.
But why would you want to punish yourself like that, anyway?
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