The American transition of power took place at noon in Washington, D.C. as Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the nation’s 45th president, bringing a transformative shift in the country’s leadership, The Washington Post reported Friday. Trump, 70, was administered the oath of office by Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., before delivering his inaugural address in which he promised the transfer of power from Washington to “you, the people.” The inauguration itself went off without a hitch although there were reports of scattered clashes between police and protesters, the report said. In his speech, Trump promised improved infrastructure, creating jobs, a strong military and a new national pride....
