Presidential Inaugurations

United States of America

The Joint Task Force-National Capital Region (JTF-NCR) plans, coordinates and provides authorized and approved Department of Defense (DoD) ceremonial and public affairs support for presidential inaugurations.

As the official DoD liaison, JTF-NCR works with the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) and the Presidential Inaugural Committee (PIC) to coordinate and conduct military ceremonial support at Inaugural events. The command also collects, compiles, organizes, and provides historical perspective on the parade participant application process to the PIC – who is the only entity authorized to select participants for the Inaugural Parade.

Military Support
Inaugural Parade Applications
Public Information
Media
JTF-NCR Partners
Resources/FAQ

Military Support

PARADE APPLICATION

Details on how to apply to participate in the 60th Presidential Inaugural Parade will be released soon!

Public InformaTION

MEDIA INFORMATION

Press credentialing for inaugural events (i.e., the inaugural parade, inaugural balls, etc.) are coordinated by the Presidential Inaugural Committee. This does not include access to the Inauguration Ceremony at the United States Capitol and the swearing-in of the President.

Media credentials for the 60th Presidential Inauguration are issued by the House and Senate Press Galleries.

Additional information on where to apply for media credentials will be posted as it becomes available.

Submit interview requests and questions regarding the military’s support to the 60th Presidential Inauguration to the Joint Task Force – National Capital Region Public Affairs Office.

JTF-NCR Partners

Resources/FAQ

DC Gov't Inauguration Info

Several people in business attire are standing in a large room talking with each other.

Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast

Deputy Assistant Director Lisa Irby, U.S. Secret Service, speaks with Mr. William McGarrity, Joint Task Force-National Capital Region deputy to the commanding general, during the Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia, May 7, 2024. The breakfast, hosted by Joint Task Force-National Capital Region, included interagency leaders from across the National Capital Region, and served as the official start to the planning and coordination efforts between interagency partners for the 60th Presidential Inauguration in January 2025. The U.S. military has participated in every inauguration since its inception in 1798. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Will Reinier)

Dozens of people dressed in a mix of military uniforms and business attire are sitting at long tables with microphones in front of each person during a conference.

Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Daniel DeVoe, Air Force District of Washington commanding general, speaks with a colleague during the Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia, May 7, 2024. The breakfast, hosted by Joint Task Force-National Capital Region, included interagency leaders from across the National Capital Region, and served as the official start to the planning and coordination efforts between interagency partners for the 60th Presidential Inauguration in January 2025. The U.S. military has participated in every inauguration since its inception in 1798. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Will Reinier)

Dozens of people dressed in business attire and military and first responder uniforms are listing to a speaker who is at a wooden podium in front of large screens.

Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast

Assistant Special Agent in Charge Michael Thomas, U.S. Secret Service, speaks to interagency partners from across the National Capital Region during the Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia, May 7, 2024. The breakfast, hosted by Joint Task Force-National Capital Region, included interagency leaders from across the National Capital Region, and served as the official start to the planning and coordination efforts between interagency partners for the 60th Presidential Inauguration in January 2025. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Will Reinier)

An Army soldier in green service uniform is gesturing with her hands while talking with first responders during a break in a meeting.

Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Laura Potter, Director of the Army Staff, speaks with Jeffrey Schneider, U.S. Park Police deputy chief, Homeland Security Division, during the Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia, May 7, 2024. The breakfast, hosted by Joint Task Force-National Capital Region, included interagency leaders from across the National Capital Region, and served as the official start to the planning and coordination efforts between interagency partners for the 60th Presidential Inauguration in January 2025. The U.S. military has participated in every inauguration since its inception in 1798. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Will Reinier)

A first responder in dress uniform is seated with a large audience at tables looking at large screens and listening to a speaker.

Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast

First Sergeant Brian Schweers, Maryland State Police Special Operations Division assistant commander, listens to a brief during the Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia, May 7, 2024. The breakfast included interagency leaders from across the National Capital Region, and served as the official start to the planning and coordination efforts between interagency partners for the 60th Presidential Inauguration in January 2025. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Will Reinier)

Dozens of people are seated at tables with microphones in front of each person at a meeting.

Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast

U.S. Army Col. Mark Danner, Joint Task Force-National Capital Region provost marshal, takes notes during the Inauguration Kickoff Breakfast at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia, May 7, 2024. The breakfast included interagency leaders from across the National Capital Region, and served as the official start to the planning and coordination efforts between interagency partners for the 60th Presidential Inauguration in January 2025. The U.S. military has participated in every inauguration since its inception in 1798. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Will Reinier)