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Trump Arrives in Washington with Family Ahead of Inauguration Amid Heightened Security Measures

Jan 18, 2025, 11:58 PM

President-elect Donald Trump arrived in the Washington area on Saturday evening ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, scheduled for Monday, January 20. Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump and their son Barron, departed from Palm Beach, Florida, aboard an Air Force jet designated as 'Special Air Mission 47', marking their first flight on Air Force One in four years. Upon arrival at Dulles International Airport in Virginia, the Trumps headed to Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia, for a private reception. The motorcade transporting the President-elect featured vehicles equipped with anti-drone jammers, reflecting heightened security measures amid unspecified potential threats. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin greeted the Trumps upon their arrival at the golf club, presenting them with a welcome gift. Notable guests at the reception included Pete Hegseth, Kristi Noem, and Lee Zeldin. The inauguration events are set to include three official inaugural balls on Monday, where Trump is expected to speak. The ceremony anticipates record cold temperatures, with forecasts predicting extreme winter weather and temperatures possibly reaching 10 degrees below zero during the outdoor proceedings in Washington, D.C. Trump's return to Washington marks a triumphant contrast to his previous departures from the capital in 2021, as the city prepares for heightened celebrations and increased security measures for the inauguration.