One function of these addresses is to bring the country together. As one political scientist put it, they brim with 'verbal ...

From historic Bibles to the leading role of the country's chief justice, Inauguration Day has been filled with traditions.

Thomas Jefferson’s inauguration on March 4, 1801, marked the first time a president was sworn in at the newly established ...

The only constitutionally mandated event on Inauguration Day is for the president-elect to take the oath of office. But on ...

When Donald Trump assumes office on Jan. 20 as the 47th president of the United States, he will mark the solemn occasion with ...

From connoisseurs to more private drinkers, plenty of US presidents have enjoyed a glass (or more) of wine over the years.

A select number of presidents have not sworn on the Bible, which was more common in earlier chapters of American history when ...

Top members of the three branches of government will come together in a rare display of national unity and tradition when the presidential and vice-presidential oaths of office are delivered at Monday ...

Despite social media attention, the Constitution protects freedom of religion. So putting a hand on a Bible, or even using one at all, isn't required.

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is promising to implement President-elect Donald Trump’s “America First” vision as secretary of ...

Learning new things is important if we want to live a long and fulfilling life. Acquiring new skills and performing ...