Reinforced security and deserted streets, Washington is preparing for the high-tension nomination of Joe Biden on January 20, 2021.
The FBI fears demonstrations by armed supporters of Donald Trump in all 50 US states between this weekend and January 20.
Security experts have warned that some far-right groups are already discussing what they call "The Million Militia March," which is said to be a similar assault on Capitol Hill last week.
By courier, commentators discuss what tools to bring on the walk, mentioning baseball bats, bulletproof vests and assault rifles.
The state of emergency has been extended and the Pentagon has just authorized the deployment of a contingent of 15,000 troops in the American capital.
The National Guard will be exceptionally armed.
Joe Biden and his vice-president Kamala Harris will take the oath outside.
This shortened and pandemic ceremony will be in the presence of three former presidents, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
But without Donald Trump, who said he wouldn't come.