Trump didn't place his hand on the Bible during his swearing-in, and some of his supporters are blaming John Roberts.

During his oath, Trump did not place his hand atop the Bible, a moment that quickly took over on social media as people watching at home took notice. #BREAKING: Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. pic.twitter.com/VywxkH9E4D

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Donald Trump's second presidency officially got underway when, on Monday, January 20, 2025, he was sworn in by U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Roberts. During the ceremony, Trump was asked to place his hand on the Holy Bible.

A makeshift grandstand is erected next to the Capitol and hundreds of thousands people line the National Mall.

Update 9:27 a.m. ET, Jan. 20: Today is not only Inauguration Day but it is also a federal holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. But the work of Washington will continue. Several confirmation votes and meetings are scheduled to be held today.

Photos of the swearing-in of President Donald Trump on Monday show him with his hand at his side, not atop the Bible.

Donald Trump, who overcame impeachments, criminal indictments and a pair of assassination attempts to win another term in the White House, will be sworn in Monday as the 47th U.S. president taking cha

Some social media users wondered if Donald Trump not taking the oath on a religious text meant he wasn't properly sworn in.

Donald Trump oath ceremony Highlights: Donald Trump was sworn in for a historic second term as the 47th US President on Monday. Vice president JD Vance also took oath. Trump, who has promised a new "golden age" for America, took oath at an indoor ceremony at the rotunda of the US Capitol building. ...Read More

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