(NewsNation) — President-elect Donald Trump will regain control of the White House in January, four years after he lost the presidency to President Joe Biden.
In this election cycle, Trump won the popular vote and the Electoral College. Biden and Democratic nominee Vice President Harris both vowed a “peaceful transfer of power,” with the president inviting Trump to a meeting at the Oval Office.
Biden’s inauguration in 2020 was on the heels of the Jan. 6 riots and Trump refusing to concede the election, claiming election fraud.
Here’s what we know so far about Trump’s impending second inauguration:
Trump’s Inauguration Day logistics
Trump will be sworn into office as the 47th president of the U.S. on Jan. 20 at U.S. Capitol building in Washington D.C.
The inauguration is planned by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies and events include the swearing-in ceremony, the inaugural address, and the pass in review.
Around noon, he will recite an oath in accordance with Article II, Section I of the U.S. Constitution.
He is also expected to give an inaugural address where most incoming presidents highlight their goals and vision for the next four years in office.
There will also be an honorary departure where the outgoing president and first lady leave the Capitol to begin their post-presidential lives.
There is also a pass in the review where the new president stands on the East Front steps of the Capitol to review military troops before leading a procession of ceremonial military regiments, citizens’ groups, marching bands and floats down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House.
The day will also include a luncheon and photo opportunities.
Trump’s inauguration day security
Capitol police have warned of post-election violence and protests.
In a Capitol Police intelligence assessment report released earlier this month, obtained by ABC News, authorities expect the trend of “civil unrest” seen in 2020 to repeat in 2024.
They noted there have been fewer threats to members of Congress this go around.
Police expect demonstrations on the electoral certification process and protests related to the war in Israel.
What happens before Trump’s inauguration?
State executives must certify their presidential electors by Dec. 11, and the Electoral College will convene Dec. 17. They must submit their votes officially by Christmas Day.
The incoming Congress members will be sworn in on Jan. 3 and will count electoral votes three days later.
The winner, presumably Trump, will take the oath of office Jan. 20.
Selecting an administration is a top priority for Trump as he prepares to take over the White House.
What we know about Trump’s Cabinet
He first picked Susie Wiles, leader of his 2024 campaign, to be chief of staff.
Trump has also chosen Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York for ambassador to the United Nations.
His longtime adviser Stephen Miller will be his deputy chief of policy.
Tom Homan, who was acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement during Trump’s first term, has been announced as the incoming Trump administration’s “border czar,” overseeing America’s border sovereignty.
Some of the names floating around as potential Trump cabinet members include former independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Florida Sen. Marco Rubio.
Judge Aileen Cannon, the federal judge who dismissed Trump’s federal classified documents case, has also been speculated as a possible attorney general.
Former Trump cabinet member Linda McMahon and Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick are co-chairing the team helping Trump transition back to the White House. Trump’s sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump are reportedly playing big roles as well.
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not have roles in the second Trump Administration.
He also announced a new committee with former Sen. Kelly Loeffler and Steve Witkoff, a real estate investor, serving as co-chairs.
“The Trump Vance Inaugural Committee will honor this magnificent victory in a celebration of the American People and our nation,” Trump said in a statement.
