Donald Trump returns to Washington on Air Force One as the next president of the U.S.

Donald Trump returned to Washington to celebrate with family, supporters, and political allies ahead of his second presidential inauguration, boarding the iconic presidential plane, Air Force One, accompanied by his wife, Melania Trump, and his son Barron Trump.

The historic moment was captured in a video that quickly began circulating on social media. The Deputy Director of Communications, Margo Martin, shared the footage and wrote:

Air Force One, a highly customized Boeing 747-200B, is one of the most iconic symbols of presidential power. According to the White House website, the aircraft with tail numbers 28000 and 29000 carry this designation when transporting the sitting president.

This trip marks an important step in Trump's return to the capital, as his inauguration as the next commander-in-chief of the United States approaches.

The ceremony, which was initially planned to take place outdoors on the steps of the Capitol, has been moved indoors due to the extreme weather conditions expected, with temperatures possibly reaching -5 degrees Celsius. Trump explained that the decision was made to ensure the safety and well-being of the attendees, including police officers, rescuers, and security personnel, as he reported on his social media platform Truth Social.

The ceremony will mark the beginning of his second presidential term and will take place at the Capitol Rotunda, a symbolically important location that was previously used by Ronald Reagan in 1985. Various international dignitaries, including leaders from Argentina, Mexico, and Venezuela, will be in attendance. Meanwhile, Trump supporters will be able to watch the speech from the Capital One Arena, where a giant screen has been set up for the live broadcast.

Security during this inauguration has been a priority. The event has been classified as a special national security event, which has led to the deployment of 25,000 agents and National Guard members, along with more than 30 miles of fences around the National Mall and the Capitol. Extensive security checks and flight restrictions have been established around Washington, D.C., to mitigate the risk of attacks by lone wolves, one of the greatest concerns for security forces.

Several international political leaders have been invited to the event, including some who share ideological affinities with Trump. However, the absence of an invitation to the Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has sparked speculation. Instead, the president of the Spanish party Vox, Santiago Abascal, was included.

Before the inauguration ceremony, Trump will participate in several activities, including a prayer service at St. John's Episcopal Church and a ceremony to lay a floral tribute at Arlington National Cemetery. The day will culminate with various celebrations, including dinners and inaugural balls to commemorate the beginning of his second presidential term.

Trump has indicated that in the early days of his new administration, he will focus on enacting a series of executive orders, in addition to addressing a plan for mass deportations, as he promised during his campaign. The initial operations will concentrate on individuals with histories of violent crimes in areas such as Chicago.

In an effort to maintain peace and order during the inaugural events, security forces have urged the public to remain vigilant, although no specific threats to the ceremony or the Capitol complex have been identified so far. The city of Washington, D.C., is under an intense security operation, ensuring that the inaugural event proceeds without incidents and becomes a memorable experience for attendees and viewers alike.

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