Donald Trump has wasted no time in making some big changes in his second term as president of the United States.
Following his inauguration last week (20 January), Trump has already signed a load of executive orders as America’s 47th president.
But more importantly, we want to know if he was involved in the goodie bag process beforehand.
Donald Trump provided a gift bag for his inauguration guests (X/@superanonymousk)
VIP guests at the inauguration reportedly took home a POTUS gift bag and technology expert Kenny Manta (@superanonymousk) has taken to X to share what bizarre items were included.
“Being invited to the inauguration for @realDonaldTrump and @JDVance came with the perks of an amazing swag bag,” he penned.
Diet Coke
(X/@superanonymousk)
It comes as no surprise that a presidential edition of Trump’s favourite drink was included in the goodie bag.
There was once rumours that he had a ‘Diet Coke’ button in his office in the White House, where a member of staff would present him with the drink when requested.
“Special-edition commemorative Diet Cokes, because RFK would flip if it was normal Cokes,” Kenny said.
Blanket and Towels
(X/@superanonymousk)
“A really nice blanket to feel the comfort and safety of America warming my body after years of darkness,” the tech wiz added.
“A thick face towel to help me wipe away all the dirt and grime that’s accumulated over the past four years.”
Pins
(X/@superanonymousk)
Kenny appears to be loving his next item, adding: “Two awesome pins that I’ll wear everywhere, already pinned on my sweater.”
Portraits
(X/@superanonymousk)
“Portraits to hang above my bed,” the apparent Trump enthusiast said as he shared one picture of the new POTUS, and Vice President JD Vance.
Letters
(X/@superanonymousk)
Next up, were ‘love letters from the Trump team’, joked Kenny.
I guess we have no reason not to believe him.
Mug
(X/@superanonymousk)
Kenny also received a black US president edition of a travel mug, which he’s probably going to use on his way to work.
“A brand new mug so I can taste freedom with every morning sip,” he wrote.
Lotion, chapstick and hand sanitiser
(X/@superanonymousk)
I can’t be the only one that hates the sight of hand sanitiser, a reminder of the dark Covid days.
“Lotion, chapstick and hand sanitiser to prevent any more pandemics,” he quipped.
Hand warmers
(X/@superanonymousk)
Perhaps the two most bizarre items in the gift bag were a double pack of hand warmers.
“Two packets of hand warmers so I can feel what it’s like to shake Donald Trump’s hands,” Kenny joked.
Bag
(X/@superanonymousk)
Kenny wrote: “A separate bag to hold all the stuff inside that swag bag.
“10/10 swag bag. Would vote again.
“Only thing that would have made this bag better is finding some $trump coins inside.”
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Topics: Donald Trump, US News
Anish Vij
Hidden hack to get £50 to spend at top restaurants this January
The perfect cure for winter blues
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Topics: Food And Drink
Danielle Fowler
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People have one question after seeing Barack Obama arrive at Donald Trump’s inauguration
Viewers all have the same question after seeing Barack Obama arrive at Donald Trump’s inauguration today (20 January)
Everyone seems to have the same question after seeing former President Barack Obama arrive at Donald Trump’s inauguration today.
Trump will today (20 January) be inaugurated as the US President for the second time, eight years on from the start of his first term.
The 78-year-old Republican will succeed Democrat President Joe Biden, assuming office for four years from today.
Trump has been elected in as President for the second time (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
However, while watching the arrivals of many celebrities and figures from the nation’s history, everyone made the same observation.
Many noticed that Michelle Obama was not present when her husband arrived at the inauguration.
Quickly taking to X, many wondered where she was, as one user said: “Where is Michelle Obama?”
Another added: “Dear Obama, where is Michelle?” while a third posted: “Where has Michelle Obama been”
And a fourth suggested: “Michelle Obama has been MIA for a while.”
The last comment comes after the fact that Barack Obama’s wife was also absent from former US President Jimmy Carter’s funeral earlier this month.
While many have theorised on her absence from the political events, an official reason has not yet been given.
An official statement from the Obama’s office read: “Former President Barack Obama is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies. Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend the upcoming inauguration.”
It is a rare break in the traditional protocol, as former Presidents and their spouses usually attend presidential inaugurations, regardless of the party of the President-elect.
With that being said, Trump and his wife Melania were not present at Joe Biden’s inauguration in 2020, weeks after the 6 January riot on the Capitol.
According to AP, there shouldn’t be any other noteworthy absences, as Laura Bush and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton – both former First Ladies – will be present at the inauguration, along with their respective husbands.
The reason behind Michelle Obama’s absence is still unknown (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)
When Trump was elected as President for the first time, Michelle Obama did follow transitional tradition, hosting First Lady to-be Melania Trump at the White House for tea before the ceremony.
While many await the arrival of the rest of the high-profile guests expected at the inauguration, Trump has already got to work as President, doing millions across the country a favour.
The President-elect recently announced that he would bring back TikTok after its short ban.
He has also outlined his main goals as President, with the nation set to crack down on immigration, focus on education, and even buy Greenland, among other promises.
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Topics: Barack Obama, Donald Trump, Politics, Social Media, US News
Joshua Nair
What will happen at Trump’s inauguration today including all celebrities attending
Well folks, the day of Donald Trump’s second inauguration is finally here…
Have you found that you’ve been feeling a sense of déjà vu over the past couple of days; as though items in the news cycle seem to mirror well-trodden paths from many years before?
Well, if the above sounds like you then there’s probably good reason, as businessman-turned-politician Donald Trump is just hours away from being sworn in as US president… again.
The second president to star in his own reality show and make a cameo in the WWE ring since… (checks notes) previous Republican President Donald Trump, the 78-year-old will begin his second term in the White House after defeating Democrat nominee back in November.
Since winning, Trump has wasted no time in sharing his vision for America, so here is everything you can expect from his inauguration day.
Today will see Trump officially sworn in as president (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
What time will Donald Trump’s inauguration start?
The inauguration will take place inside the US Capitol Rotunda, with coverage beginning at 3:30pm UK time, while the oath of office is expected to be around 5pm UK time (12pm EST).
The setting of Trump’s swearing-in ceremony will also differ from 2020 and 2016, as adverse weather conditions in Washington, D.C. mean the inauguration will be taking place inside for the first time inside for 40 years.
This particular location is also the location of the infamous 2021 US Capitol riots, adding another layer of intrigue to the the day.
What happens at a US presidential inauguration?
An inauguration event sees the president-elect takes the oath of office and formally begin their four-year term in the White House.
The swearing-in ceremony will see Trump take the oath of office on the Bible (because nothing screams loyalty like placing your hand on a book) and saying the following words: “I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.”
As mentioned before, the oath of office is currently will likely take place at 12pm EST (5pm here). Trump will then deliver the inaugural address, in which he sets out his goals for the coming four years, which I’m sure will bring us plenty of viral moments.
The ceremony certainly won’t be a quiet one (Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Who will be in attendance?
Asides from Trump, his family and Vice President elect JD Vance, there will be a number of political figures and celebrities present to watch the ceremony.
Leaders of the outgoing administration, President Joe Biden and Vice President Harris, will be in attendance (a courtesy which Trump rejected back in 2021). All living former presidents are usually present, which means we should see Barack Obama, George W Bush and Bill Clinton.
Trump’s new efficiency tsar and number one fanboy Elon Musk will of course have a front row seat to the event. He will be joined by businessmen such as Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, Apple CEO Tim Cook and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg.
Numerous global leaders and political figures have also been invited, among them Nigel Farage – who will no doubt be hoping to win favour back with Musk.
As for celebrities, there are reports of performances from Carrie Underwood, Lee Greenwood, Christopher Macchio and, bafflingly, The Village People.
How to watch Donald Trump’s inauguration live
Should you find yourself at a loose end this afternoon and find yourself curious about what happens when a US president is sworn into office then don’t worry, as live coverage of the event will be broadcast on TV via BBC One and ITV1. The BBC’s coverage begins at 3:30pm while ITV will be heading stateside from 4pm.
Alternatively, live streams will be available across various news websites such as BBC, ITV and Sky News as well as US outlets such as CNN, MSNBC, ABC, CBS News and Fox News.
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Topics: Donald Trump, US News, Politics
Brenna Cooper
Viewers baffled by Donald Trump’s failed attempt to kiss wife Melania during inauguration
Trump greeted his wife and her wide-brimmed hat at the ceremony
Viewers have been left baffled by Donald Trump’s failed attempt to kiss his wife, Melania, during his inauguration.
The US president has been sworn into office today (20 January) as celebrities, former presidents, cabinet nominees and others gather at the ceremony in Washington.
Trump is of course joined by his wife and family and they awaited him as he was welcomed into the hall of the Capitol Rotunda.
And when he approached, he leaned in to give Melania kiss on her cheek, except he didn’t quite make it. Now, it could be that the pair were simply doing a chic air kiss.
But it looked more like Melania’s hat simply shielded her from her husband’s lips.
Air kiss only? (Saul Loeb-Pool/Getty Images)
Trump went on to shake the hand of outgoing president Joe Biden, but viewers were completely distracted by the baffling kiss attempt.
“Was that a fake kiss?” one wrote on X, as others who had already been confused by the new first lady’s wide-rimmed black hat wrote: “Oh, now it makes sense. Melania wore the hat as a barrier to Trump’s lips. Got it.”
Another simply shared the clip and wrote: “CAN’T THIS IS TOO FUNNY.”
Many agreed she’s ‘so mother’ as they reckon the ‘hat was intentional’.
“Got booped by that fashion set up,” one joked.
Another wrote: “What a bizarre moment, and Trump’s face after….”
“All time moment there with Trump trying to give Melania a kiss on cheek without hitting her hat,” a third joked.
Others simply said Trump knows ‘she don’t want her makeup smeared’ by him kissing her while some simply nicknamed the hat a ‘Trump shield’.
Some simply said he should have just ‘kissed her hand’ instead, while there are people saying Melania has dressed for a ‘funeral’ rather than Inauguration Day as she returns to the first lady title.
Melania and her hat or ‘shield’? ( Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Before being baffled by the air kiss, viewers were asking a big question when Barack Obama entered the hall.
Many noticed that Michelle Obama was not present when her husband arrived at the inauguration.
Quickly taking to X, many wondered where she was, as one user said: “Where is Michelle Obama?”
Another added: “Dear Obama, where is Michelle?” while a third posted: “Where has Michelle Obama been.”
And a fourth suggested: “Michelle Obama has been MIA for a while.”
The last comment comes after the fact that Barack Obama’s wife was also absent from former US President Jimmy Carter’s funeral earlier this month. While many have theorised on her absence from the political events, an official reason has not yet been given.
An official statement from the Obama’s office read: “Former President Barack Obama is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies. Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend the upcoming inauguration.”
