WASHINGTON – Today, the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) provided an update on preparations for the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies on January 20, 2025. Construction on the Presidential Platform is on schedule to be completed for the Swearing-In Ceremonies in less than one month.
“In less than one month, we will gather at the Capitol to once again carry forward the Constitution’s commitment to a peaceful transfer of power,” said Senator Amy Klobuchar. “As Chair of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, I have been working for nearly a year with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle in the Senate and the House on the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies.”
“A peaceful transfer of power is the hallmark of a healthy democracy, and in one month, we will honor our Constitutional commitment when we come together for the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies. The bipartisan work of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies is a testament to this sacred tradition and ensures the will of the people is respected,” said Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer.
“Our democracy is more than a legacy; it is a living promise that must be safeguarded and strengthened for future generations. As a member of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, I’ve had the honor of working alongside my colleagues in both the House and Senate over the past year to uphold that promise. I look forward to celebrating President Trump’s second inauguration next month during the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies,” said Senator Deb Fischer.
“In less than 30 days, President-Elect Trump will make his triumphant return to Washington and usher in a new day in America. The inauguration at the Capitol is one of the greatest traditions in our history, and I’m thankful for the work of the Joint Congressional Committee to organize this landmark event. I look forward to joining millions of Americans at our Capitol to celebrate Donald J. Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States. January 20 cannot arrive soon enough,” said House Speaker Mike Johnson.
“In November, the American people took to the polls to make their voices heard in Washington, and the result was a resounding mandate. Hardworking Americans voted to put Donald J. Trump back in office to implement his America First agenda. We’re looking forward to inaugurating President Donald Trump on January 20th to serve as our 47th President of the United States and getting back to fighting for American families and workers,” said House Majority Leader Steve Scalise.
“The peaceful transfer of power is a foundational principle of the United States of America. I thank Senator Amy Klobuchar and all the members of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies for their commitment to our democracy and their efforts bringing America’s promise to life once again,” said House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
Platform construction has been ongoing since the First Nail Ceremony on September 18. The Architect of the Capitol’s dedicated team has been working hard to keep the construction on schedule and is on track for completion. Once completed, the Presidential Inaugural Platform will hold nearly 1,400 inaugural guests, including members of the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives, Supreme Court justices, former presidents, and the President and Vice President and their families. More than 220,000 tickets to the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies will be distributed in the weeks ahead.
Those looking to attend the Inaugural Ceremonies can request tickets through members of the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives for the 119th Congress. The JCCIC will release tickets to the offices of Members of Congress in early January 2025 for distribution to constituents.
The theme of the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies, “Our Enduring Democracy: A Constitutional Promise,” recognizes the Founders’ commitment to future generations of Americans to preserve the continuity and stability of our democratic system of government. The first words of the Preamble to the Constitution present a promise to the American people to “secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity.” Throughout its history, the nation has been tested and has persevered because of the sacred American principles rooted in our founding documents. The Inaugural Ceremonies, a tradition since 1789, embodies the principles expressed by the Founders in 1776 and symbolizes our continuing commitment to these ideals. When we gather for the 60th Presidential Inauguration, we will honor the Constitution’s promise to preserve liberty through a stable, enduring democracy for generations to come.
About the JCCIC
Since 1901, and in accordance with the 20th Amendment of the Constitution, the JCCIC has been responsible for the planning and execution of the Inaugural Ceremonies of the President-elect and Vice President-elect of the United States at the Capitol.