Donald Trump, Melania spotted for first time ahead of second Inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump made his first public appearance Monday as he began his inauguration celebrations with a prayer service at St. John's Episcopal Church.
The soon-to-be 47th president emerged from his official presidential residence, Blair House, just after 8:30 a.m. before heading to church in a motorcade.
The next commander-in-chief attended the service in Lafayette Square with his wife, Melania Trump, in attendance.
Melania Trump and US President-elect Donald Trump arrive for worship at St. John's Church as part of the Inauguration Ceremony on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Getty ImagesPresident-elect Donald Trump, Melania Trump, Barron Trump and Victor Knabs arrive for worship at St. John's Church in Washington, Monday, January 20, 2025, ahead of the 60th Presidential Inauguration. AP
He was seen smiling and raising his fist as he arrived at the church.
After the service, the Trumps will meet with President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the White House for the customary tea reception.
US President-elect Donald Trump arrives for a service at St. John's Church on the day of his second presidential inauguration on January 20, 2025 in Washington, USA. ReutersU.S. President-elect Donald Trump greets U.S. Vice President-elect J.D. Vance as he attends a service at St. John's Church on the day of his second presidential inauguration in Washington, U.S., January 20, 2025. Reuters
The pair and their spouses will then travel in a joint motorcade to the Capitol before being sworn in at noon.
