President Donald Trump selected operatic tenor Christopher Macchio to perform the national anthem at his inauguration, opting for a lesser-known artist compared to past performers like Lady Gaga and Beyoncé. In a ceremony marked by significant challenges faced during Trump's previous tenure, including impeachment and assassination attempts, he was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. Due to severe cold weather, the swearing-in took place indoors at noon following his arrival at St. John's Episcopal Church, with festivities unfolding amid the Republican Party's unified control in Washington.
President Donald Trump has chosen operatic tenor Christopher Macchio to sing the national anthem at his inauguration ceremony.
Trump's swearing-in ceremony took place indoors due to the bitter cold and began at noon local time.
In 2021, Lady Gaga sang the national anthem for President Joe Biden. In 2013, Beyoncé sang the national anthem and later said she lip-synced to a track recorded for President Barack Obama.
Donald Trump, who overcame impeachment, criminal prosecution and two assassination attempts to win another term in the White House, was sworn in as 47ᵉ president of the United States.
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