Service Members Support Presidential Inauguration Events

View Online Service Members Support Presidential Inauguration Events Jan. 22, 2025 | By Defense.gov Service members from across the armed forces, including Reserve and National Guard components, provided ceremonial and defense support for the events of the 60th Presidential Inauguration in Washington, Jan. 18-20, 2025. Nearly 8,000 National Guard troops were on duty as part of the sizeable interagency presence to ensure the transition of power, continuing a legacy that began in 1789 when their predecessors escorted George Washington to the first inauguration. The U.S. Army Band, the U.S. Air Force Band, "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band, as well as Honor Guard teams representing all military service branches performed at numerous special events and observances that took place during the days surrounding the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump as the nation's 47th president, alongside Vice President JD Vance.

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