Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20 will gather numerous political figures, including Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and all living former U.S. presidents, while notable global leaders like Italy’s Giorgia Meloni and Argentina’s Javier Milei are expected to attend. Tech industry giants like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos will also be present. The event will feature performances from country music stars, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere despite the cold weather.
Anticipated Guests at Donald Trump’s Inauguration Ceremony
This Monday, January 20, marks a significant milestone as the inauguration ceremony of Donald Trump takes place. A wide array of guests, including notable political figures from around the globe, will gather to witness the newly elected president take his oath of office, heralding his return to the White House. The event is expected to occur amid frigid temperatures, adding a unique element to this historic occasion.
Political Leaders and Former Presidents
Among the distinguished attendees will be Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Unlike Donald Trump, who opted not to attend the inauguration of his successor, Biden has confirmed his presence, along with his wife, Jill Biden. Following tradition, Kamala Harris, the vice president and previous presidential candidate, will also be part of the ceremony.
All living former U.S. presidents are expected to be in attendance, including Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton, who will be accompanied by their wives, Hillary Clinton and Laura Bush. Notably absent will be former First Lady Michelle Obama and former Democratic Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, marking their absence from this significant event.
Global political leaders are also making their way to the ceremony. The far-right Prime Ministers of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, and Hungary, Viktor Orban, have confirmed their attendance. Additional far-right European figures, such as Marion Maréchal and Eric Zemmour from France, Nigel Farage from the UK, and Tino Chrupalla from Germany, are also expected to be present.
From South America, Argentinian President Javier Milei, who was the first foreign leader to meet Trump after his election victory, is anticipated to attend. Controversial Salvadoran leader Nayib Bukele has received an invitation, though his attendance remains uncertain. Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro will not be in attendance due to passport issues preventing him from leaving Brazil.
Notably, Xi Jinping has opted to send his vice president, Han Zheng, to represent China at the ceremony. A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry emphasized the principles of mutual respect and cooperation in U.S.-China relations. This year’s invitations to world leaders are a departure from tradition, as such gatherings have not occurred since 1874.
Tech Titans and Entertainment Highlights
The inauguration will also feature an impressive lineup of tech industry leaders. Among the guests will be Elon Musk, the world’s richest person and a close ally of Donald Trump, along with Jeff Bezos from Amazon, Mark Zuckerberg of Meta, and Tim Cook from Apple. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is also expected to be present, while TikTok’s CEO, Shou Zi Chew, may attend depending on the status of his platform in the U.S.
In addition to political and tech figures, the event will showcase performances from renowned country music artists. The Village People and Carrie Underwood are set to perform, with Underwood expected to sing “America the Beautiful.” Country music star Lee Greenwood will also take the stage at one of the inauguration events, joined by other prominent artists such as Jason Aldean, Rascal Flatts, Kid Rock, Billy Ray Cyrus, and Gavin DeGraw, reflecting the deep-rooted American spirit associated with country music.