Trump's Historic Inauguration Brings Unprecedented Crowd and Viewership

Washington D.C.: US President-elect Donald Trump took the oath of office at 12:12 PM EST (15:12 GMT) today, breaking multiple records and traditions in the process.

According to reports from social media platforms and the official inauguration website, over four million people have attended protests and rallies near the National Mall, creating one of the largest anti-Trump demonstrations in US history. The event has also drawn a significant online presence, with an estimated 30 million viewers tuning in to watch Trump's inauguration proceedings on broadcast networks, cable channels, and streaming services.

At the ceremony itself, Trump was sworn into office by Chief Justice John Roberts, followed by his inauguration address where he hailed his supporters as "courageous" and assured Americans of their nation's resilience.

It is worth noting that this will become one of the biggest presidential inaugurations in terms of viewer count, marking a shift away from television-centric ceremonies.