On Wednesday, a few hours from the end of his mandate, Donald Trump left the White House.

While Joe Biden must be sworn in at midday, the billionaire wished his successor "good luck", but warned: "I will come back one way or another." 

US President Donald Trump left the White House Wednesday morning a few hours from the end of his mandate, without having welcomed his successor Joe Biden who will be sworn in at midday.

The Presidential Marine One helicopter carrying Donald and Melania Trump flew shortly after 8.15 a.m. (2.15 p.m. in France) from the gardens of the White House.

Speaking just a few words, the outgoing president referred to a "fantastic four-year" term, representing "the honor of a lifetime".

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