Category Archives: ABC News: Top Stories

Lawsuits target new Department of Government Efficiency as Trump is sworn in
Following President Trump's swearing-in, a handful of ethics watchdogs and public interest groups filed lawsuits targeting his new Department of Government Efficiency.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

Without putting hand on Bible, Trump takes oath of office
President Donald Trump didn't place his hand on the Bible as he took the oath of office on Monday.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

Trump executive actions on border, immigration: What to know
Trump promises to sign executive actions to address immigration and border security. Some will likely spark legal battles.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

WATCH: Donald Trump sworn in as 47th US president
Chief Justice John Roberts administered the presidential oath of office to Donald J. Trump.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

WATCH: JD Vance sworn in as vice president
The former Ohio senator took the oath of office with his wife Usha at his side.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

Biden pardons family members in final minutes of presidency
President Joe Biden issued pardons to several close family members Monday in the final minutes of his presidency.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

WATCH: Trump children arrive at US Capitol for inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump's sons and daughters entered the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on Monday.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

Vivek Ramaswamy to leave DOGE, announce run for Ohio governor, sources say
Ramaswamy is expected to announce his run for governor early next week, the sources said.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

Trump inauguration live updates: First pardoned Jan. 6 rioters released in D.C.
Two Pennsylvania brothers arrested for their role in the riots were released in Washington, D.C. on Monday night.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

The Secret Service pivoted to ensure indoor inauguration ceremony would be safe
Trump's swearing-in was moved indoors to the Capitol Rotunda, which could alter security plans. However, there are no "active direct threats," the Secret Service said.
ABC News: Top Stories Jan 20, 2025

