NEW YORK - Whether they voted for him or not, New Yorkers watched Friday as Queens native Donald Trump took the oath of office to become the nation's 45th president.
The ceremony in Washington, D.C. began with a performance by the United States Marine Band.
Former presidents George W. Bush, Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton were all in attendance.
New York Archbishop Cardinal Timothy Dolan was among three Christian leaders who led the ceremony's opening prayers.
Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer followed with opening remarks, reminding Americans to uphold the core principles of democracy.
"Today we celebrate one of democracy's core attributes - the peaceful transfer of power. And everyday we stand up for core democratic prinicples inshrined in the constitution. The rule of law, equal protection for all underlaw. The freedom of speech, press, religion."
Mike Pence was then sworn in as Vice President by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
After a musical interlude by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, Chief Justice John Roberts officially swore Donald Trump in as president.
Trump then delivered the first address of his administration, saying all Americans are now "joined in a great national effort to rebuild our country and restore its promise."
Trump's 16 minute speech had a tone similar to his "Make America great again" campaign slogan. He also kept a heavy foot on what he said was the need to rid Washington of its status quo mentality.
"The forgotten men and women of our country will be forgotten no longer," Trump added.
Trump also echoed campaign promises to lower crime in American cities, restore jobs, rebuild the education system and tighten border control.
At 70 years old, Trump is the oldest person to be sworn in as president.
The inaugural parade kicks off at 3 p.m.after Trump and his guests have lunch.
The parade starts at the Capitol building and makes its way along Constitution Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House, where it wraps up around 4:30 p.m.
Trump is expected to attend three official balls tonight, including the Inaugural Ball at 7 p.m.
Perhaps the only person more excited about the inauguration than President-elect Trump is his campaign manager.
Kellyanne Conway is the first woman to manage a successful White House campaign, and she's also celebrating her 50th birthday today.
Speaking to NY1's Josh Robin Friday morning in Washington, she says Trump will be a president for every American, including people in his hometown.
"It already feels like Donald Trump's America. Big action underway. I think New Yorkers will appreciate a man of action and resolve who gets things done quickly," Conway said.
Stay with NY1 for extensive coverage of the inauguration.
We will have reports from Washington all throughout the day.