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25,000 Security Forces Prepare for Trump’s Inauguration

1/15/2025

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As President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025, approaches, Washington, D.C. is ramping up security with 25,000 law enforcement and military personnel on standby. While officials have detected no credible threats, they remain vigilant, ready to manage potential demonstrations and the surge of crowds expected for the historic event.

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As President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025, approaches, Washington, D.C. is ramping up security with 25,000 law enforcement and military personnel on standby. While officials have detected no credible threats, they remain vigilant, ready to manage potential demonstrations and the surge of crowds expected for the historic event.