Revisiting Reagan’s 1985 Indoor Inauguration Ahead Of Trump’s Inside U.S. Capitol Rotunda

President-elect Donald Trump announced that his second inauguration will be moved indoors to the U.S. Capitol Rotunda due to the freezing temperatures that are predicted for Washington, D.C., on Monday.

Following the news, a White House reporter shared a photo from the last inauguration to be held inside, which was when the late President Ronald Regan was sworn into office for a second term in 1985 due to extremely cold weather. The image showed a packed room of politicians, dignitaries, and guests surrounding Reagan, who was standing at the podium in the middle of the room as he gave remarks during his inaugural ceremony.

The post included a link to Reagan’s Presidential Library, which contained tons of photos from the inauguration, including several pictures of him being sworn-in for a second term in the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol standing by former first lady Nancy Reagan.

There were also photos from Regan’s Inaugural Gala held at the D.C. Convention Center, where some huge singers showed up to perform, including Frank Sinatra, Donna Summer, The Beach Boys, and Dean Martin.

The list of celebrities who were shown in the pictures was just as impressive, with stars like Zsa Zsa Gabor, Elizabeth Taylor, Charlton Heston, Tom Selleck, Jimmy Stewart, Ray Charles, and legendary comedian Don Rickles.

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On Friday, Trump made the announcement that the Inaugural Address would be moved indoors due to the severe weather expected to hit the area, as previously reported.

“It is my obligation to protect the People of our Country but, before we even begin, we have to think of the Inauguration itself,” Trump said. “The weather forecast for Washington, D.C., with the windchill factor, could take temperatures into severe record lows.”

“There is an Arctic blast sweeping the country. I don’t want to see people hurt, or injured, in any way,” he added. “It is dangerous conditions for the tens of thousands of Law Enforcement, First Responders, Police K9s and even horses, and hundreds of thousands of supporters that will be outside for many hours on the 20th (In any event, if you decide to come, dress warmly!).”

“We will open Capital One Arena on Monday for LIVE viewing of this Historic event, and to host the Presidential Parade,” Trump continued. “I will join the crowd at Capital One, after my Swearing In. All other events will remain the same, including the Victory Rally at Capital One Arena, on Sunday at 3 P.M. (Doors open at 1 P.M.—Please arrive early!), and all three Inaugural Balls on Monday evening.”

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