The morning began with Israel's release of 90 Palestinian prisoners, continuing the previous day's hostage exchange momentum. Banks faced privacy debates over proposed anti-money laundering cooperation. By midday, Biden issued preemptive pardons to political opponents and family members, anticipating potential retribution from Trump.
Trump's inauguration as 47th president moved indoors due to freezing temperatures - first time since 1985. His immediate agenda included withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord and reversing Biden's executive orders. Law enforcement reported 15 arrests in connection with explosive devices across the Netherlands.
Evening coverage shifted to Trump's plans for pardoning Capitol rioters, while the Pentagon removed his portrait as "enemy." The day concluded with reports of hundreds of Algerian and Moroccan immigrants being deported, signaling immediate policy implementation.