Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg are among the prominent faces set to attend President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday. The trio will have a prominent spot at the ceremony, seated together on the platform with other notable guests, including Trump’s Cabinet nominees and elected officials. TikTok CEO Shou Chew is also expected to attend, according to multiple sources.
Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush will also be in attendance. Laura Bush and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will join their husbands for the Jan. 20 swearing-in ceremony at the Capitol.
However, a notable absence at the inauguration ceremony will be former First Lady Michelle Obama. No explanation was given for why Michelle Obama was skipping Trump’s inauguration. The former first lady also did not attend last week’s state funeral in Washington for President Jimmy Carter due to a scheduling conflict.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who regularly sparred with Trump during his first term, won’t be in attendance. Pelosi, who is recovering from hip surgery, is among several House Democrats who are planning not to attend.
Moving on to the performers, country music star Carrie Underwood is set to perform “America the Beautiful” shortly before Trump takes the oath of office at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 20. The Village People, the 1970s American disco group known for hits like “Y.M.C.A.” and “Macho Man,” will also perform at two inaugural events.
The full list of performers, officially released Wednesday, includes names like Kid Rock, Billy Ray Cyrus, Rascal Flatts, Gavin DeGraw, and more. Here’s a breakdown of the performers and which events they will be at:
Swearing-in Ceremony:
– Carrie Underwood: “America the Beautiful”
– Christopher Macchio: National Anthem
– Lee Greenwood
Make America Great Again Victory Rally:
– Kid Rock
– The Village People
– Billy Ray Cyrus
– Lee Greenwood
– Liberty University’s Praise Choir
Liberty Ball:
– Jason Aldean
– The Village People
– Surprise musical guest
Commander-in-Chief Ball:
– Rascal Flatts
– Parker McCollum
Starlight Ball:
– Gavin DeGraw
The lineup promises a mix of musical genres and styles that are sure to entertain attendees. From country music superstars to disco legends, the performers are gearing up to deliver memorable performances at Trump’s inauguration. The event is shaping up to be a star-studded affair, with a diverse range of artists coming together to celebrate the transition of power in the United States. Get ready for a night of music, excitement, and surprises as the nation prepares to welcome its new president.
