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

He also becomes the first to enter the White House having previously tried to end American democracy by staying in power despite having lost reelection.

President Trump's family wasn't in place as the oath of office began, including his wife, Melania, who was holding two Bibles.

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 raised his right hand while placing his left hand on the Bible Monday afternoon. He then took the oath of office and was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.

John Roberts is the Chief Justice of the United States, and he will administer the oath-taking ceremony for Vice President-elect JD Vance and President-elect Donald Trump, here is everything you need to know about him!

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Trump took the oath of office on Monday immediately after Vice President JD Vance was sworn in by Associate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. As Vance took the oath of office, he placed his right hand on a Bible that was held by his wife, Usha Vance, as she also held one of their three children.

Donald Trump has taken the oath of office, and is officially the 47th president of the United States of America. Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath.

Donald Trump will take the oath of office saying he returns to the presidency “confident and optimistic” it's the start of “a thrilling new era of national success.”

President Trump has taken the oath of office a second time, taking office once again. He shook hands with Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, who administered the oath, and then shook hands with former president Biden. He then embraced first lady Melania Trump and his children standing nearby.

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