Donald Trump Begins His Term as the 45th President of the United States

Donald Trump officially took the oath of office as the 45th President of the United States on Friday. In his speech following the inauguration ceremony, Mr. Trump emphasized that his administration's approach is based on the principle that 'America comes first.' In his first address as President, Trump stated: 'We, the citizens of America, will determine the course of this American era and the world in the coming year. We will face challenges. We will face hardships. But we will get the job done.' He added: 'But today’s ceremony has a very special meaning. Because today we are not merely transferring power from one administration to another, or from one party to another – we are transferring power from Washington, D.C., and giving it back to you, the people.' Mr. Trump stressed that for too long, a small group in the nation’s capital has benefited from government, while the cost has been borne by the people. The President of the United States asserted: 'But everything is going to change from this moment and right here because this moment is yours.' He continued: 'Every decision on trade, taxes, immigration, and foreign affairs will be made to benefit American workers and their families.' Donald Trump further stated that January 20, 2017, will be remembered as the day the people became the rulers of their country again. The 45th President of the United States added that the era of empty rhetoric is over, and now is the time for action. Donald Trump succeeded Barack Obama, who had served as President for the past eight years. In his speech, the President emphasized the fight against 'radical Islamic terrorism' and the need for cooperation with the international community in this regard. Mr. Trump assured the American people: 'I will fight for you with every breath in my body, and I will never let you down.' He stated: 'You will never be ignored again. Your voice, your hopes, and your dreams will define our American destiny.' Donald Trump concluded his speech by reiterating his slogan: 'Yes, we will together make America great again.' After the inauguration ceremony, Trump signed his first executive order as President of the United States. Mr. Trump is 70 years old and is the oldest person to be elected President of the United States. He, the Republican nominee in the November presidential election, registered his name as the 45th President by defeating Hillary Clinton, the Democratic nominee. Among the living former presidents of the United States, only George H.W. Bush was absent from the inauguration due to illness, while Barack Obama attended alongside George W. Bush and Jimmy Carter. Reports indicate that hundreds of thousands attended Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony on Friday. Meanwhile, media reported on severe security measures during the event. On the other hand, reports have emerged regarding clashes between some of Trump’s opponents and police on the streets of Washington. According to Radio Free Europe, at least 500 Trump opponents’ protests turned violent, with demonstrators breaking windows of a McDonald's restaurant and a branch of 'American Bank.' Radio Free Europe, citing a police official, added that police forces arrested at least 95 protesters. According to the report, protesters threw stones at police forces.