President Trump didn’t swear on a Bible at his inauguration. Is it a requirement?
As millions watched President Donald Trump’s inauguration at the White House on Monday, Jan. 20, many noticed that he did not place his left hand on a Bible while being sworn in. Now people are questioning that gesture, and wondering if the president can be sworn in without using a Bible. The answer is quite simple: Yes. Here’s why.
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Historic Bibles and the oath: Here are some of the traditions you may see at Donald Trump's inauguration
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Trump Becomes 47th U.S. President: Five Key Inauguration Moments
Donald Trump was sworn in as the nation’s 47th president inside the Capitol Rotunda. He declared in his second inaugural address that “America’s decline is over.”
Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th President
Former president George W. Bush took the internet by storm during the 2025 Inauguration of President Donald Trump, where the 43rd president seemed to have a playful moment during the proceedings. Probably the only reasonable response to such a speech.
Photos: Inauguration day, Trump is sworn in as the nation’s 47th president of the United States
Donald J. Trump is sworn in as the nation’s 47th president of the United States as Americans give a ceremonial farewell to Joe Biden as the transfer of power is complete.
President Donald Trump’s Inauguration Day speeches, fact-checked
Trump took his second oath of office as the 47th president of the United States, offering an agenda heavily foreshadowed by his campaign promises
Watch: Donald Trump inaugurated as 47th US president in Washington DC ceremony
Watch again as Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th US president in a ceremony at Washington DC on Monday (20 January). Trump promised a “thrilling new era” for America in his inaugural address at the US Capitol,
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In swearing-in ceremony, President Trump's hand wasn't on his Bible. Does it matter?
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