Who’s Attending Trump’s Inauguration? Here’s the Official Guest List

With Donald Trump’s inauguration just days away, the list of attendees for the January 20 ceremony in Washington, D.C., is taking shape. While invitations have been extended to global figures such as Chinese President Xi Jinping and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, it remains unclear whether they will attend.

Here’s a breakdown of who has confirmed their attendance at Trump’s second swearing-in.

President Joe Biden

President Joe Biden has confirmed he will attend the event, maintaining a long-standing tradition of outgoing presidents witnessing the transfer of power. When asked about his attendance, Biden responded, “Of course.” His presence is notable, as Trump notably skipped Biden’s inauguration in 2021—making him the first outgoing president to do so since Andrew Johnson in 1869.

Former President Barack Obama

Barack Obama will be present at the ceremony, though his wife, Michelle Obama, will not be joining him. While the Obama family did not provide an official reason for her absence, it marks a rare departure from the tradition of former first ladies attending inaugurations.

Obama was recently spotted sharing a laugh with Trump during former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral, sparking conversations about their evolving relationship.

Former President George W. Bush and Former First Lady Laura Bush

The Bush family has also confirmed their attendance. A spokesperson for George W. Bush stated that both he and Laura Bush will be at the event.

Former President Bill Clinton and Former First Lady Hillary Clinton

Both Bill and Hillary Clinton will also be present. Hillary Clinton notably attended Trump’s first inauguration in 2017, despite her defeat in the 2016 presidential election.

Elon Musk

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk is expected to be in attendance as he prepares to take on a new role in Trump’s administration. Musk has been tapped to co-lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—an initiative focused on streamlining bureaucratic operations.

Musk, who has donated millions to Trump’s campaign, has emerged as a key political ally, though his growing influence in the new administration has raised concerns among some political observers.

Jeff Bezos

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has also confirmed he will be present, according to The Washington Post. Bezos, who also owns aerospace company Blue Origin, has expressed enthusiasm about Trump’s space policies.

Mark Zuckerberg

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is another high-profile attendee, reportedly set to be seated alongside Musk and Bezos. The three tech giants will have a prominent spot near former presidents, lawmakers, and key figures in Trump’s Cabinet.

With the inauguration drawing closer, more names are expected to be added to the list of attendees. Stay tuned for updates as Trump prepares to officially return to the White House . 

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