Melania Trump kicked off Inauguration Day with an outfit that has all the hallmarks of her favoured first lady style: sharply cut, with spiked heels and a dramatic flourish via the headgear. It is simultaneously serious and chic.

It’s one of the most important jobs never applied for. Unelected, yet inextricable from politics; constantly visible on the world stage, but rarely the one behind the microphone — for all its glamour, the first lady of the United States is a role of unsolicited duty, often bringing with it intense public scrutiny, including over what they wear.

As the economic elite and political class meet at Donald Trump’s inauguration, memes from the event have been flowing on social media.

Former presidents, tech moguls and foreign dignitaries were among those who attended Trump’s second presidential inauguration.

As Obama, Clinton, and Hillary, entered the US Capitol rotunda in Washington, D.C., for Trump’s historic swearing-in ceremony on Monday, loud boos echoed from the crowd at the Capitol One Arena

Fiery debate has erupted over whether or not Donald Trump placed his hand on the Bible as he was sworn into office.

Several high-profile tech leaders and celebrities made headlines at Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC.

Donald Trump is making a sensational return to the White House today as he’s sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. This series of incredible images captures the drama of inauguration day.

A pastor, his eyes closed, preaches his heart out for history. A former president spots an acquaintance, then grins and winks. Tech billionaires, all in a row, look on with intent expressions. Supreme Court justices scan the room.

Elon Musk appeared to make a fascist gesture during Donald Trump's inauguration, performing what looked almost exactly like a Nazi salute.

President Donald Trump is officially back in the White House, after a 24-hour whirlwind of rallying, prayer services, tea at the White House and his inauguration ceremony.