Kate Bennett noted that one of the most enduring transfer-of-power rituals is when the outgoing president greets the new first couple for tea before the inauguration.
In 2017, Donald and Melania Trump were graciously welcomed by Barack and Michelle Obama, who prepared them for their move into the White House.
Despite losing the 2020 election, Trump publicly objected to the outcome, leading a rally that escalated into violence on Capitol Hill.
Trump's refusal to attend Biden's inauguration illustrated a significant departure from presidential tradition, affecting the dignity of the transition process.
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