China News Service, Washington, January 20 (Reporter Sha Hanting) Biden, the US President-elect and Democrat, was formally sworn in as the 46th President of the United States on Capitol Hill at noon local time on the 20th.

In his inaugural speech, Biden called for "United America" ​​many times.

　　Affected by the new crown pneumonia epidemic and safety issues, the inauguration ceremony that day did not have the scene of tens of thousands of people watching the ceremony in the past, only more than 1,000 guests attended.

All guests wear masks to maintain "social distance".

To ensure the safety of the ceremony, roads around Capitol Hill were closed, and about 25,000 members of the National Guard participated in the security work of the ceremony and were ready to fight.

On January 19, local time, in Washington, the capital of the United States, the inauguration ceremony of the 46th President of the United States was ready.

The picture shows the National Mall in Washington full of flags.

　　The ceremony officially started at 11:30.

Former Presidents Clinton, Bush, Obama, Supreme Court justices and members of Congress attended the ceremony.

At noon, under the gaze of the guests, Biden raised his right hand and swore that he "will faithfully perform the office of President of the United States of America, and do his utmost to abide by, protect and defend the US Constitution" and formally assume the office of President of the United States.

Biden, 78, also became the oldest president in American history when he took office.

　　After the oath ceremony, Biden delivered an inauguration speech for about 20 minutes.

He first expressed his gratitude to the former presidents of the two parties who attended the inauguration ceremony.

He said, "A few days ago, violence tried to shake the foundation of Congress, but today we are here together to achieve a peaceful transfer of power."

Biden.

Photo by Angela Weiss

　　Biden said that the current United States "may be more difficult than at any time in history", facing the unprecedented new crown epidemic, the economic crisis and ethnic crisis caused by the epidemic, and the way out to face these crises and challenges is "only unity."

　　Biden emphasized that he is well aware that American society is "severely divided," but he still calls on all citizens to unite, regardless of party, race, or belief.

Biden said, "I will be the president of all Americans. Whether it is those who support me or who do not support me, I will fight for you."

　　Diplomatically, Biden stated that his government will “repair relations with allies and reconnect with the world” and maintain “peace, progress and security”.

　　Biden also stated that as president, he will "only tell the truth" and will be committed to "defending the Constitution, defending the democratic system, and defending the United States."

　　Biden did not mention the name of former President Trump in his speech.

On January 20, 2021 local time, Washington, USA, Trump boarded the "Marine Corps One" presidential helicopter.

　　It is reported that Trump has left Washington earlier in the day.

In his farewell speech, he wished the new government "good luck."

Trump also became the first former president of the United States to not attend the inauguration of a successor president since 1869.

　　At the inauguration ceremony that day, the Vice President-elect Harris was also formally sworn in as the Vice President of the United States, becoming the first African, Indian, and female Vice President in American history.

　　After the inauguration, Biden, who has officially become the President of the United States, posted on social media, "There is no time to waste. I will go to the Oval Office of the White House to start work today."

　　Affected by the epidemic and security issues, the traditional celebration parade that sent the president from Congress to the White House was changed to online this year, and other celebrations will also be held online.

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