‘This is America’s day’: Joe Biden officially becomes 46th US president By Press Association January 20 2021, 5:01pm January 20 2021, 5:01pm Share ‘This is America’s day’: Joe Biden officially becomes 46th US president Share via Facebook Twitter Linkedin Whatsapp Messenger Email Post link https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/uk-world/1903465/this-is-americas-day-joe-biden-officially-becomes-46th-us-president/ Copy Link President-elect Joe Biden and his wife Jill, walk out for the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Joe Biden has been sworn in as the 46th president of the United States. Mr Biden’s wife Jill held the Bible as Chief Justice Roberts read the oath of office to the president and congratulated him on assuming office. President Biden said “this is America’s day” and “democracy’s day” as he delivered his first speech as president of the United States. He added: “Democracy has prevailed.” The president referenced the violent attack on the Capitol two weeks ago, saying it underscored the value of American democracy. He said: “We’ve learned again that democracy is precious. And at this hour, my friends, democracy has prevailed.” Minutes earlier, Kamala Harris was sworn in as vice president of the United States. Ms Harris was sworn in by Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina to serve on the US Supreme Court. More to follow.
