Donald Trump arrived in Washington on Saturday with his wife Melania and other family members, preparing for his inauguration on Monday.
The incoming president, a billionaire Republican, is set to attend various events and celebrations throughout the weekend leading up to his formal swearing-in ceremony.
After landing at Dulles International Airport, Trump headed to a private event at his golf club in Virginia, where a fireworks show was scheduled.
In a conversation with NBC News earlier on Saturday, Trump revealed plans to sign an unprecedented number of executive orders immediately after taking the oath of office.
Though the exact number was not confirmed, Trump emphasized that the orders would set a new record.
Trump signaled that his administration would reverse many of the policies established under President Joe Biden.
Among the key actions he plans for Day 1 is a mass deportation initiative, which he described as starting “very, very quickly.”
He mentioned that while he couldn’t reveal which cities would be affected, operations would be extensive.
However, according to Tom Homan, Trump’s appointed “border czar,” the incoming administration is re-evaluating plans for its first deportation raids, following media reports about a major operation in Chicago scheduled for Tuesday.
Homan clarified that no final decision had been made, and the team was monitoring leaks before proceeding.
Trump’s inauguration ceremony will be held indoors at the US Capitol due to forecasted cold weather, marking a departure from the traditional outdoor ceremony on the Capitol steps.
Trump acknowledged the decision, citing concerns over safety in freezing temperatures.
Over the weekend, Trump will participate in several events, including a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and a rally with supporters in Washington.
Thousands of protesters gathered in the city on Saturday to voice their opposition to Trump’s policies.
The president-elect’s activities throughout the weekend signal a decisive start to his second term, with ambitious plans for his administration’s early days.
