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Thousands of people in Washington for Trump rally

ABC News contributor Donald Mihalek joins ABC News Live to discuss the "Make America Great Again Victory Rally" in Washington on Sunday.
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VIDEO: Thousands of people in Washington for Trump rally
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Trump administration: Immigration plans ‘under review’ 

The Trump administration says it’s rethinking where to launch large-scale deportation raids. 
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VIDEO: Trump administration: Immigration plans ‘under review’ 
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'No active direct threats' to inauguration events: USSS

Trump's swearing-in was moved indoors to the Capitol Rotunda, which could alter security plans. However, there are no "active direct threats," the Secret Service said.
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A view of the preparation for President-elect Donald Trump's second inauguration in Washington, as security measures have been significantly heightened around the Capitol and its surroundings, Jan. 19, 2025.
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Trump holds 'Make America Great Again Victory Rally' on inauguration eve

The campaign-style rally in Washington mirrors one at Madison Square Garden.
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President-elect Donald Trump arrives at a rally ahead of the 60th Presidential Inauguration, Jan. 19, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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Trump hosts rally in D.C. prior to inauguration 

Performers Kid Rock, Billy Ray Cyrus and Lee Greenwood fired up the crowd in Washington, D.C. 
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VIDEO: Trump hosts rally in D.C. prior to inauguration 
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Donald Trump is a dad of 5, grandfather of 10: What to know about his family

Trump's family is in the spotlight again during the 2024 presidential campaign.
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Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during an election night event in West Palm Beach, Florida, Nov. 6, 2024.
January 20, 2025 at 12:51 AM

How to watch Trump's 2nd inauguration

The world will be watching on Monday as Donald Trump is inaugurated for a second time as president of the United States.
January 20, 2025 at 12:51 AM
A woman wears a hat with badges supporting Donald Trump near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Jan. 17, 2025.
January 20, 2025 at 12:35 AM

Trump likely to sign executive orders at Capitol, then Capital One Arena, sources say

Advisers told ABC News he plans on more than 200 on his first day in office.
January 20, 2025 at 12:35 AM
President-elect Donald Trump speak at a MAGA victory rally at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 19, 2025, one day ahead of his inauguration ceremony.
January 20, 2025 at 12:10 AM

Trump promises executive orders on his first day

ABC News’ Alex Presha and a former senior advisor to Sen. Tim Scott, Matt Gorman, discuss President-elect Donald Trump’s promises for his first day in office on Monday.
January 20, 2025 at 12:10 AM
VIDEO: Trump promises executive orders on his first day
January 20, 2025 at 12:05 AM

As Trump returns to office, what he's promised to do on Day 1

During his campaign, Trump laid out what he would do on his first day back in office, even referring to himself as a "dictator" but only on "Day 1."
January 20, 2025 at 12:05 AM
President-elect Donald Trump speaks to members of the media during a press conference at the Mar-a-Lago Club, Jan. 7, 2025, in Palm Beach, Florida.
January 19, 2025 at 11:51 PM

Trump to speak at 'Make America Great Again Victory Rally' in DC

President-elect Donald Trump holds a rally at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., on Sunday.
January 19, 2025 at 11:51 PM
VIDEO: Trump to speak at 'Make America Great Again Victory Rally' in DC
January 19, 2025 at 7:02 PM

Trump ‘understands political stagecraft better than anyone’: Mary Bruce

The Powerhouse Roundtable breaks down the latest news on “This Week.”
January 19, 2025 at 7:02 PM
VIDEO: Trump ‘understands political stagecraft better than anyone’: Mary Bruce
January 19, 2025 at 7:01 PM

Trump lays wreath at Arlington National Cemetery

President-elect Donald Trump laid a wreath Sunday at Arlington National Cemetery ahead of his inauguration on Monday.
January 19, 2025 at 7:01 PM
VIDEO: Trump lays wreath at Arlington National Cemetery
January 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Padilla: ‘I’m not going to root for President Trump’s success’ on his terms

ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviews Sen. Alex Padilla, D- Calif., on “This Week.”
January 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif.
January 19, 2025 at 6:32 PM

Democratic Sen. Padilla will 'of course' attend Trump's inauguration

California Dem Sen. Alex Padilla speaks to "This Week" co-anchor Jonathan Karl.
January 19, 2025 at 6:32 PM
In this May 8, 2024, file photo, Sen. Alex Padilla speaks at a press conference outside of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
January 19, 2025 at 5:49 PM

Bannon says tech billionaires have 'surrendered' to Trump

Former Trump chief strategist Steve Bannon said tech billionaires attendance at Trump's inauguration is a sign of their "official surrender" to Trump.
January 19, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Steve Bannon speaks during an interview with ABC News' Jon Karl, on Jan. 17, 2025.
January 19, 2025 at 5:35 PM

Trump to ABC's Scott: Inaugural address themes will be 'unity, strength and fairness'

The president-elect spoke to ABC Chief Political Correspondent Rachel Scott.
January 19, 2025 at 5:35 PM
President-elect Donald Trump watches fireworks at Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Va., Jan. 18, 2025, ahead of the 60th Presidential Inauguration.
January 19, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Trump administration to start deportation plan on Tuesday: Sources

President-elect Donald Trump prepares to be sworn in to his second term of office, as he says he has big plans, especially for immigration, for his first day in office.
January 19, 2025 at 4:30 PM
VIDEO: Trump administration to start deportation plan on Tuesday: Sources
January 19, 2025 at 4:29 PM

President-elect Trump promising series of executive actions

ABC News’ Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl reports on what to expect in the new Trump administration and its first agendas.
January 19, 2025 at 4:29 PM
VIDEO: President-elect Trump promising series of executive actions
January 19, 2025 at 10:10 AM

Biden sees to peaceful transition of power with Trump after bitter campaign: ANALYSIS

It all comes after the tumultuous relationship between Biden and Trump was on full display in the presidential race.
January 19, 2025 at 10:10 AM
President Joe Biden and Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump participate in the CNN Presidential Debate at the CNN Studios on June 27, 2024 in Atlanta.
January 19, 2025 at 4:18 AM

Trump: Big plans for 1st day in office

Cities brace for immigration "raids" as Donald Trump is set to take office Monday. 
January 19, 2025 at 4:18 AM
Trump: Big plans for 1st day in office
January 19, 2025 at 2:40 AM

Trump team now 'reviewing' plans for Chicago ICE raids: Incoming border czar

President-elect Donald Trump's border czar said the incoming administration is now "reviewing" whether to launch removal operations in Chicago.
January 19, 2025 at 2:40 AM
In this Oct. 22, 2018, photo U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents surround and detain a person during a raid in Richmond, Va.
January 19, 2025 at 2:02 AM

Trump to be inaugurated Monday

Former White House Deputy Director Roma Daravi joins to discuss what a second Trump term might look like.
January 19, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Trump to be inaugurated Monday
January 19, 2025 at 2:01 AM

Trump to consider 90-day extension for TikTok as nationwide ban looms

Alex Presha discusses President-elect Donald Trump’s statement that he will “likely” give TikTok a 90-day extension to avoid a complete ban.
January 19, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Trump to consider 90-day extension for TikTok as nationwide ban looms
January 19, 2025 at 2:01 AM

DC scrambles to move Trump’s inauguration indoors

Former chief of staff to First Lady Laura Bush, Anita McBride, discusses the last-minute decision to move Donald Trump’s inauguration indoors ahead of extreme cold weather.
January 19, 2025 at 2:01 AM
VIDEO: DC scrambles to move Trump’s inauguration indoors
January 19, 2025 at 12:33 AM

National Guardsmen 'confident' about inauguration plans despite last-minute changes

Nearly 8,000 National Guard members from 40 states have come to the nation's capital for security ahead of the inauguration on Monday.
January 19, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Snow covers the grounds of the U.S. Capitol on the day it was announced U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration is being moved indoors due to dangerously cold temperatures expected on Monday, in Washington, Jan. 17, 2025.
January 19, 2025 at 12:28 AM

What to know about Secret Service inauguration security before Monday's event

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the Oval Office on Monday, several groups are working to ensure that Monday's inauguration is safe.
January 19, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump with Republican vice-presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance, are pictured at an election night watch party, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
January 19, 2025 at 12:23 AM

Trump says he'll 'likely' give TikTok a 90-day extension to avoid ban

President-elect Donald Trump told ABC News he is likely to grant TikTok a 90-day extension to avoid a ban in the United States.
January 19, 2025 at 12:23 AM
The TikTok app logo is seen in this image taken on Jan. 16, 2025.
January 19, 2025 at 12:01 AM

Protesters descend on Washington ahead of inauguration

Washington, D.C. continues to prepare for Donald Trump's inauguration with temperatures expected to remain near or below freezing over the weekend.
January 19, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Protestors representing a variety of rights groups join the "People's March on Washington,"  on Jan. 18, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
January 18, 2025 at 3:49 PM

Steve Bannon on tech leaders attending Trump’s inauguration

A preview of Steve Bannon on "This Week with George Stephanopoulos" talking about Mark Zuckerberg attending Trumps inauguration.
January 18, 2025 at 3:49 PM
VIDEO: Steve Bannon on tech leaders attending Trump’s inauguration
January 18, 2025 at 3:47 PM

Inside preparations for Donald Trump's 2nd inauguration

As the Bidens bid farewell, confirmation hearings are being held for Trump's upcoming administration.
January 18, 2025 at 3:47 PM
VIDEO: Inside preparations for Donald Trump's 2nd inauguration
January 18, 2025 at 2:19 PM

A look at the tradition of presidents leaving letters for their successors

As President Joe Biden prepares to pass the baton to President-elect Donald Trump, it's unclear if he'll follow the tradition of leaving a note in the Oval Office.
January 18, 2025 at 2:19 PM
President Donald Trump and former president Barack Obama stand on the steps of the Capitol with First Lady Melania Trump and Michelle Obama, Jan. 20, 2017.
January 18, 2025 at 2:18 PM

'American carnage,' crowd-size fight: A look back at Trump's 1st inauguration

As all eyes and ears will be on Trump's inauguration, comparisons will be made to his speech that took took place eight years ago in 2017.
January 18, 2025 at 2:18 PM
In this Jan. 20, 2017 file photo, attendees partake in the inauguration ceremonies to swear in Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States at the Capitol in Washington.
January 18, 2025 at 1:36 PM

Guard troops will wear special patch at inauguration to make clear they're not police

The blur of camouflage and helmets made it nearly impossible to tell the difference between police and National Guard members four years ago when thousands of troops and law enforcement officers locked down nation's capital
January 18, 2025 at 1:36 PM
An Army National Guard soldier displays an American flag and the distinctive patch worn by personnel supporting the upcoming 60th Presidential Inauguration at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 14, 2025. (Tech. Sgt. Andrew Enriquez/U.S. Air National Guard via AP)
January 18, 2025 at 1:39 AM

Trump moves inauguration indoors due to dangerously cold weather

Monday's inauguration will take place in the Capitol Rotunda. The "vast majority of ticketed guests will not be able to attend the ceremonies in person" due to space restrictions, officials said. 
January 18, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Trump moves inauguration indoors due to dangerously cold weather
January 18, 2025 at 1:32 AM

Trump moves inauguration inside, 'vast majority' of ticketed guests can’t attend

Trump's inauguration will be moving indoors Monday due to the freezing weather expected in Washington, D.C.
January 18, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Officials inspect the construction of a stand in the Rotunda, where President-elect Donald Trump is due to take the oath of office on Monday, at the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 17, 2025.
January 18, 2025 at 12:16 AM

Rev. Franklin Graham set to give invocation on Monday for Trump inauguration

Reverend Franklin Graham is set to deliver the invocation ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.
January 18, 2025 at 12:16 AM
VIDEO:Rev. Franklin Graham set to give invocation on Monday for Trump inauguration
January 18, 2025 at 12:14 AM

President-elect Trump to take oath of office indoors

The last time cold weather forced an inauguration indoors was in 1985, during President Ronald Reagan's second swearing-in.
January 18, 2025 at 12:14 AM
VIDEO: President-elect Trump to take oath of office indoors
January 17, 2025 at 11:29 PM

Judge appears likely to block AG from releasing classified docs report to Congress

A judge is hearing arguments Friday on whether members of Congress will be permitted to view Jack Smith's final report on Donald Trump's classified documents case.
January 17, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event, Sept. 25, 2024, in Mint Hill, N.C.
January 17, 2025 at 9:59 PM

What can we expect from Trump's first 100 days?

He's vowed mass deportations, travel bans and expanded oil drilling.
January 17, 2025 at 9:59 PM
President-elect Donald Trump speaks to members of the media during a press conference at the Mar-a-Lago Club, Jan. 7, 2025, in Palm Beach, Fla.
January 17, 2025 at 9:41 PM

Black and Arab American voters could swing Michigan's 2024 election

538 does its third deep dive into polling and other data in the seven swing states with Michigan, which is dependent on Black and Arab American voters.
January 17, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Michigan is a pivotal swing state in the 2024 presidential election.
January 17, 2025 at 8:16 PM

Ceasefire 'headline of bipartisanship' between Trump and Biden: Analyst

Aaron David Miller of the Carnegie Endowment discusses whether or not the ceasefire will lead to a lasting peace between Israel and Hamas as well as the role Trump and Biden played in negotiations.
January 17, 2025 at 8:16 PM
VIDEO: Ceasefire 'headline of bipartisanship' between Trump and Biden: Analyst
January 17, 2025 at 8:13 PM

Georgia appeals court upholds dismissal of 6 counts in Trump election case

A Georgia appeals court has upheld the dismissal of six of the charges brought in the 2020 Fulton County election interference case against Donald Trump and others.
January 17, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis looks on during a hearing in the case of the State of Georgia v. Donald John Trump at the Fulton County Courthouse, March 1, 2024, in Atlanta.
January 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM

Trump, Xi discuss TikTok, trade on call

President-elect Donald Trump confirmed on Friday that he spoke by phone with China’s President Xi Jinping.
January 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM
President-elect Donald Trump confirmed on Friday that he spoke by phone with China’s President Xi Jinping.
January 17, 2025 at 7:26 PM

Trump speaks to China's Xi Jinping days before inauguration

President-elect Donald Trump said on Friday he spoke to China's Xi Jinping about TikTok and other issues as he prepares to take office in a matter of days.
January 17, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in Pittsburgh, Nov. 4, 2024, and Chinese President Xi Jinping at a press conference in Belgrade, May 8, 2024.
January 17, 2025 at 5:55 PM

Trump expected to replace Secret Service director, sources say

Donald Trump is expected to replace Secret Service director, sources told ABC News.
January 17, 2025 at 5:55 PM
President-elect Donald Trump looks on during Turning Point USA's AmericaFest at the Phoenix Convention Center on Dec. 22, 2024 in Phoenix.
January 17, 2025 at 5:53 PM

Trump's inauguration moving indoors due to weather: Sources

President Ronald Reagan's second inauguration in 1985 was also moved inside due to the weather. ABC News’ Karen Travers reports.
January 17, 2025 at 5:53 PM
VIDEO: Trump's inauguration moving indoors due to weather: Sources
January 17, 2025 at 5:14 PM

What Trump said he would do on Day 1 if reelected

Former President Donald Trump's pledges have included issues involving his ongoing federal cases, as well as the border and immigration.
January 17, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump dances after speaking during an election night, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida.
January 17, 2025 at 4:58 PM

Bitcoin soars past $100,000 ahead of possible early action on crypto by Trump

The price of bitcoin topped $100,000 again early Friday as a pumped up cryptocurrency industry expects early action by Donald Trump when he’s sworn in as president next week
January 17, 2025 at 4:58 PM
FILE - Donald Trump speaks at the Bitcoin 2024 Conference July 27, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)
January 17, 2025 at 4:49 PM

Timeline: Special counsel's probe into Trump's handling of classified documents

Here's a look at how special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into former President Donald Trump's handling of classified documents has progressed.
January 17, 2025 at 4:49 PM
This image contained in a court filing by the Department of Justice on Aug. 30, 2022, and partially redacted by the source, shows a photo of documents seized during the Aug. 8 FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.