With music by Jennifer López and protected by thousands of soldiers: this will be the inauguration of Biden and Harris

Limited access to the Capitol grounds, thousands of soldiers deployed in Washington DC, and a large lineup of singers and actors invited to the celebration.

The inauguration of the president-elect, Joe Biden, and his

number two

, Kamala Harris, promises to go down in history as an unusual event.

On January 20

there will be more than 10,000 soldiers deployed

to ensure the security of the inauguration, said General Daniel Hokanson, head of the National Guard Bureau.

The number may rise to 20,000, according to The Washington Post, three times the number of soldiers currently deployed to Afghanistan, Syria, Somalia and Iraq.

"We have comprehensive and coordinated plans to ensure the safety of the congressional community and the upcoming presidential inauguration," Hokanson said.

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According to NBC News, the National Park Service is contemplating

blocking access to the National Mall

if necessary for security reasons.

This would represent a marked difference from what has been done in past inaugurations: only that of former President Barack Obama brought together more than a million people.

Acting Capitol Police Chief Yogananda Pittman reported Monday that there will be no access to the Capitol grounds, while nearby monuments will be closed until January 24 due to

"credible threats"

that could affect visitors and visitors. historic venues.

Washington DC, scene of a military deployment for the inauguration of Joe Biden

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Through online platforms, right-wing extremists organize to return to the capital for the inauguration.

The FBI sent a report Monday to law enforcement agencies, warning of possible armed protests in all 50 state Capitols beginning Jan. 16.

For his part, a week after the violent assault on the Capitol, President Donald Trump posted a video on Twitter in which he condemned the actions of his supporters and asked them to remain calm.

However, in statements to reporters, Biden assured this Monday:

"I am not afraid to take my oath outside."

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Concern for the security of the inauguration day has also raised alarms among private companies.

Delta Airline announced that it will not allow passengers traveling to the Washington metropolitan area to

document firearms

prior to inauguration, according to CNBC.

For its part, American Airlines said it will

suspend the sale of alcohol on flights to DC

.

Several airports and hotels are also increasing security in preparation for January 20.

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A virtual celebration

The inauguration ceremony is scheduled for January 20 at 11:30 AM EDT.

The Presidential Inaugural Committee has announced that

Lady Gaga will perform the national anthem.

The singer expressed her support for Biden and Harris during the presidential race, and celebrated their victory.

The ceremony will also feature a performance by singer

Jennifer Lopez

, while Andrea Hall, a firefighter, will be in charge of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Amanda Gorman, who was awarded the first National Youth Poet, will recite a poem.

Also, Father Leo O'Donovan and Reverend Silvester Beaman will give a blessing.

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After the inauguration, the virtual event

Celebrando America 

will be televised through national networks.

The Inaugural Presidential Committee announced that the event, which will begin at 8:30 PM (Eastern Time), and will be hosted by actor

Tom Hanks

.

With a duration of

90 minutes

, it will include the participation of stars such as Justin Timberlake, Demi Lovato, Jon Bon Jovi and Ant Clemons.

"The program will showcase the endurance, heroism and commitment of the American people to come together as a nation to heal and rebuild," the committee reported.

With information from NPR, The Washington Post, CNBC, NBC, Variety.