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Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were sworn in as president and vice president of the United States on Wednesday. Along with a dramatic shift for the country, this Inauguration Day itself is different.
Americans have been told to stay home because of the pandemic, and security is extratight two weeks after a breach of the Capitol building.
Biden has already released a slew of executive actions he plans to take immediately as president, ranging from the COVID-19 crisis, the economy, racial justice and climate.
After the swearing-in, Biden is set to pay respects at Arlington National Cemetery with former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, and then receive a presidential escort to the White House.
His administration has a news conference planned for 7 p.m. ET followed by a produced evening program hosted by Tom Hanks with celebrity speakers and musical performances.
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