Melania Trump’s official portrait differs notably from first lady portraits that came before and not just because it was taken in stark black and white.

From *that* kiss to a former president's expressive faces, here's what analysts think of some key moments from the ceremony.

Missed kiss. Donald Trump and Melania Trump shared an awkward moment that went viral at his presidential inauguration on Jan. 20. Before he went up to the podium to take the oath of office inside the US Capitol,

President Donald Trump's wife Melania joined him at the 2025 inauguration. The new First Lady of the United States wore a monochrome outfit and a statement hat

Melania Trump made a subtle dig toward the Obamas, claiming they “withheld” information from her husband during his first term in the White House that ultimately made the transition

During Trump's 2017 luncheon, he called for a standing ovation for Hillary Clinton and forecast four years of “peace and prosperity” under his administration.

Former Vice President Mike Pence is in attendance at Trump’s inauguration, his wife, former second lady Karen, is not. Karen Pence snubbed the Trumps earlier this month at Carter’s funeral, where she ignored Melania Trump’s efforts to shake her hand.

The inaugural hat was like nothing so much as the broad-brimmed white hat Mrs. Trump wore during a state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife in 2018, which likewise made waves and which she auctioned off in 2022 as an “iconic broad-brimmed one-of-a-kind hat.” Her reference was herself.

Inauguration Day festivities brought plenty of high-profile style on everyone from incoming political figures to inauguration performers. "Good Morning America" is taking a closer look at the standout looks of the day from Ivanka Trump's sleek, deep green ensemble to Usha Vance's soft pink coat with a matching scarf.

First lady Melania Trump's hat caught the attention ... Ariana Grande and other first ladies like Hillary Clinton and Laura Bush. "I thought she looked amazing, very polished, very pulled together ...

Several high-profile tech leaders and celebrities made headlines at Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC.

Former presidents, tech moguls and foreign dignitaries were among those who attended Trump’s second presidential inauguration.