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    Donald J. Trump Sworn in as president

    This morning, Donald J. Trump became the 45th President of the United States. His inaugural address began with ringing repetitions of promises familiar from last year's speeches and rallies.

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    By Warren Olney • Jan 20, 2017 • 51m Listen

    Photo: Donald Trump takes the Presidential oath of office, January 20, 2017.

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    2 stories
    1. 1:22

      A new president. What comes next?

      For the 45th time, America has accomplished a peaceful transition of power-- leaving the country with a sense of uncertainty about the future. President Donald Trump's inaugural address repeated familiar themes from his campaign for office.

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      40 min
    2. 41:46

      The press under attack by the Trump Administration

      President Donald Trump is the least popular incoming chief executive in recent history — and he's publicly declared that the news media are part of the opposition. Will the White House Press Corps be looking for a new home?

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Evan George

      Director of Content, News

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      Elizabeth Segal

      freelance journalist

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    In this episode

    2 stories
    1. 1:2240 min

      A new president. What comes next?

    2. 41:469 min

      The press under attack by the Trump Administration

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