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1 hour ago
What will Biden and Harris' first day in office look like
By Sarah Mucha
The transition team of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris announced that their first day agenda will include the signing of presidential decrees.
On Tuesday evening, the Biden-Harris transition team unveiled the schedule for his first day in office, which also includes a press conference at the White House at 7 p.m. by press secretary Jen Psaki.
Biden will also swear in "day one presidential appointees" in a virtual ceremony, according to a press release.
Here's a look at Wednesday's schedule (Miami time):
8:45 am: Biden, Harris and their spouses attend a church service at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle.
Noon: Biden and Harris are sworn in.
2:25 pm: Biden and Harris visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia.
5:15 pm: Biden signs presidential decrees and other measures.
5:45 pm: Biden swears in the presidential appointees in a virtual ceremony.
8:48 pm: Biden and Harris will deliver messages on the inaugural “Celebrating America” program.
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How does a repossession work in the US?
By Zachary B. Wolf
Invitations were cut down by the pandemic and security has been beefed up by the insurrection, but Joe Biden's inauguration as the 46th president of the United States will still have plenty of pomp.
It will be unusual, but it will still be a takeover.
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The US Marine Corps Band rehearses Monday, January 18, on the West Front of the Capitol.
This is where the swearing-in ceremony has traditionally been held since Ronald Reagan was sworn in in 1981. (Credit: Erin Schaff / Pool / Getty Images)
2 hours ago
Joe Biden's inauguration, in pictures
By CNN
President-elect Joe Biden will be sworn in on Wednesday, but it will be a ceremony like no other we've seen.
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President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris attend a tribute to the victims of covid-19 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington on Tuesday, January 19.
They were joined by their spouses, Jill Biden and Doug Emhoff, respectively.
(Credit: Tom Brenner / Reuters)
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The sun sets over the White House on January 19, the last night of Donald Trump's presidency.
(Credit: Maddie McGarvey for CNN)
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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, third from left, and other members of the Democratic leadership of the House participate in a tribute to the victims of the covid-19 on the steps of the United States Capitol on Tuesday, January 19 .
On the right is Majority Leader Steny Hoyer.
On the left are Representatives Pete Aguilar and Katherine Clark.
(Credit: Timothy Fadek / Redux)
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400 lights illuminate the Reflecting Pool of the Lincoln Memorial in tribute to the more than 400,000 people who have died from COVID-19 in the United States.
(Credit: Alex Brandon / AP)
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Biden cries in New Castle, Delaware as he talks about his late son Beau before heading to Washington City on Tuesday, January 19.
Biden said he was proud to deliver his parting remarks from the National Guard Center in New Castle, named after Beau Biden.
"I'm only sorry for one thing, that he's not here, because we should be introducing him as president," Biden said.
(Credit: Evan Vucci / AP)
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The Washington Esplanade is filled with decorative flags on Tuesday, January 19.
The Presidential Inaugural Committee planted more than 191,500 flags at the site to represent those unable to attend the inauguration.
(Credit: Stephanie Keith / Getty Images)
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Members of the National Guard walk the grounds of the United States Capitol on January 19.
The Pentagon authorized up to 25,000 National Guard soldiers to help secure the inauguration.
(Credit: David Butow / Redux)
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Media personnel practice positions for the cameras on January 19, at the entrance to the inauguration stage.
(Credit: Sarah Silbiger for CNN)
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Members of the National Guard rest outside the United States Capitol on Tuesday, January 19.
(Credit: Sarah Silbiger for CNN)
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A broken window in the Capitol.
(Credit: Timothy Fadek / Redux)
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A television reporter works in the United States Capitol on Tuesday, January 19.
(Credit: Sarah Silbiger for CNN)
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The chairs were organized in the Capitol so that the prominent figures who will attend the inauguration maintain social distancing during the event.
(Credit: Gabriella Demczuk for CNN)
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People take photos of a police dog posing with an officer outside the Capitol on Tuesday, January 19.
(Credit: Maddie McGarvey for CNN)
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Preparations are underway on the west side of the Capitol prior to the inauguration.
(Credit: David Butow / Redux)
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Singer Jennifer Lopez poses for photos outside the Capitol on Tuesday, January 19.
The artist will present herself during the inauguration.
(Credit: Gabriella Demczuk for CNN)
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Lights are displayed on the Esplanade in Washington on Monday, January 18, to pay tribute to all Americans who have died from covid-19.
(Credit: Kevin Dietsch / UPI / Newscom)
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Members of the National Guard located within a security perimeter that surrounds the Capitol, the White House, and the Washington Esplanade.
(Credit: Timothy Fadek / Redux)
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The US Marine Corps Band rehearses Monday, January 18, on the West Front of the Capitol.
This is where the swearing-in ceremony has traditionally been held since Ronald Reagan was sworn in in 1981. (Credit: Erin Schaff / Pool / Getty Images)
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US Marines stationed on the eastern front steps of the US Capitol, which still shows damage from when pro-Trump rioters stormed the compound on January 6 (Credit: Melina Mara / Pool / Getty Images)
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Members of the National Guard sleep inside the Capitol Visitor Center on Monday, January 18.
(Credit: J. Scott Applewhite / AP)
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The Peace Monument is seen behind a fence Sunday, January 17, on the grounds of the United States Capitol.
(Credit: Eric Thayer / Getty Images)
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Preparations are made in the Capitol during rehearsals on Monday, January 18.
(Credit: Caroline Brehman / Pool / AFP / Getty Images)
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A sign of Biden's inauguration is seen outside the White House on Monday, January 18.
(Credit: Al Drago / Bloomberg / Getty Images)
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Secure ATMs in Washington City on Monday, January 18.
(Credit: Eric Lee / Bloomberg / Getty Images)
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The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps band of the US Army prepares to participate in a rehearsal on January 18.
(Credit: Stephen Voss / Redux)
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American flags are illuminated on the Esplanade in Washington on Monday, January 18.
(Credit: Joe Raedle / Getty Images)
2 hours ago
Trump's last minute pardons
By Pamela Brown, Kevin Liptak and Kaitlan Collins
President Donald Trump issued a series of last-minute pardons and sentencing commutations earlier this Wednesday that include his former political strategist Steve Bannon, a former fundraiser and two well-known rappers - but not him. himself or his family.
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The White House announced last pardons of Donald Trump 2:02
3 hours ago
Joe Biden: To heal, we must remember
By CNN
US President-elect Joe Biden paid tribute to the thousands of lives lost to the COVID-19 pandemic at a ceremony Tuesday by the reflecting pond of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington.
In addition, Biden thanked several toilets who were by his side for the work.
Joe Biden: To heal, we must remember 1:05
3 hours ago
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