The 46th president

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Yesterday, Joseph R. Biden Jr. was sworn in as the 46th president of the United States, with Vice President Kamala Harris by his side. If you weren't able to watch the full day of festivities, we'll guide you through the highlights, including Biden's first address to the nation, ...  Show more

Joe Biden is officially sworn in as America's 46th president, Trevor dives into the history of Inauguration Day, and Stacey Abrams discusses her grassroots political efforts in Georgia. Please visit dailyshow.com/FirstRespondersFirst to help provide medical and psychological tre ...  Show more

Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th President of the United States, Kamala Harris is sworn in as the 49th Vice President, former game show host Donald Trump retires to Florida, and the new administration immediately gets to work. 

Biden's White House and Press Secretary Jen Psaki holds its first briefing, on President Joe Biden's first day.  BIden signed 17 executive actions. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris give their remarks at the inaugural celebration.   Psaki says that she's bringing "truth" ...  Show more