Inauguration Day
Presidential oath event
Inauguration Day is the day a newly elected president of the United States is sworn into office.
Since 1937, this has been January 20th following a presidential election.
The ceremony includes the oath of office, an inaugural address, and various celebrations: Schools were closed for Inauguration Day.
The term applies to similar ceremonies in other countries.
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