Inside White House 'ring of steel' for Trump inauguration amid 'lone actor' threat
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Security is being stepped up for Donald Trump's inauguration as officials prepare for potential threats, including those posed by "lone actors". Trump took to Truth Social to announce the move of his inauguration ceremony indoors due to severe cold expected in Washington DC, citing the weather conditions: "With the windchill, temperatures in DC could hit record lows. There's an Arctic blast sweeping the country.".
This decision means people attending the event, along with security forces and bystanders, will avoid exposure to extreme cold. Additionally, it notably decreases the potential risks to Trump on the day. Some ardent supporters of Trump have speculated that the real reason for relocating the inauguration indoors might be related to a threat to his life rather than the cited icy weather. The speculation comes amid a large demonstration in Washington DC for women's reproductive rights and other issues, which activists believe are at risk from the soon-to-be Trump administration, reports the Mirror US.
The inaugural ceremony will now take place within the warmth, but extensive security measures are being implemented to guarantee its smooth and safe execution. Concerns over Trump's safety have been magnified by past attempts on his life during last year's election campaign.
The U.S. Secret Service is at the helm of this massive National Security Event that sees over 25,000 responders in action. As Trump's inauguration gears up, it will be fortified with additional concrete barriers and more than 30 miles of anti-scale fencing, a record for any National Special Security Event to date.
