The presidential inauguration has certainly been a spectacle, with Trump and JD Vance participating in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, a move that seems to be a farewell to historical figures rather than a celebration of their lives. Dana White’s call for unity during the presidential transition seems out of place, given his role in the world of UFC, a sport not known for its peace and harmony. Trump’s ‘aggressive’ border measures remind us of his ‘wall’ promise, a classic case of ‘same old, same old’. Penny Wong’s enthusiasm for ties with the US could be due to Australia’s future prospects or simply to secure some benefits for her country. Biden’s plan to vacation in California after leaving office may be preparing for their ‘retirement’ life. As for Melania Trump, she describes the move to the White House as ‘a piece of cake’, suggesting she doesn’t mind becoming a ‘first family’ member again. As for Trump’s second term plans, he mentions the wildfires in Los Angeles and the hurricane victims in North Carolina, indicating that his focus seems more on disaster sites than policy-making.