Incoming presidents have celebrated their inaugurations in novel ways, starting with George Washington dancing the minuet after his.
The Constitution offers little guidance beyond the date of the inauguration and the words of the oath. Each celebration is shaped by tradition and by each new president’s personality.
Here’s a look at a few notable inaugural moments.
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