Inside Sources Full Show January 20th, 2025: President Trump's Inauguration

Inside Sources

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas

Analysis of President Donald Trump’s inaugural address
The United States has a new president today, Donald J. Trump. Shortly after taking the oath of office, he spoke about several executive orders he would sign on Day 1. He also spoke of the need for unity in America and how he plans to “make America great again.” Inside Sources hosts Greg Skordas and Taylor Morgan break down some of the key points from today’s inaugural address and share their political insights.

Rep. Celeste Maloy shares her thoughts on Pres. Trump’s inauguration
Utah’s Second Congressional Representative Celeste Maloy (UT-2) was fortunate enough to be at the inauguration, sitting amongst other high-profile leaders within the Capitol rotunda. She says there’s a renewed sense of excitement and dedication because of President Trump returning to office. She joins Inside Sources to discuss more of Inauguration Day.

Reactions to President Trump’s inauguration from Utah political insider
When news broke that the inaugural ceremonies would be moving inside the US Capitol, many people who had planned to attend in-person were left in the lurch. Folks from Utah banded together and found a space to watch the ceremony nonetheless. Les Carpenter is the Vice President of The Elephant Club, a fundraising group in Utah’s Republican Party; she joins the show to describe her experiences attending the inauguration.

Hundreds of executive orders to be signed today by President Trump
Day 1 of the new Trump presidency is set to see close to 200 executive orders signed by President Trump. Some of these include reinstating TikTok, declaring a national emergency on the Southern Border, and ending DEI policies throughout the federal government. The Inside Sources hosts preview what the new president may do with the stroke of his pen... all before the day is over.

Pres. Trump participates in the First Honors ceremony
President Trump’s Inauguration Day is full of events and tradition. One of those traditions is known as the First Honors ceremony, or the “pass in review.” This event involves Honor Guard teams representing each of the military branches. Inside Sources breaks away from our regular show to describe this special event.

Last-minute preemptive pardons issued by outgoing President Biden
The focus of today is on the inauguration. But something outgoing President Biden did warranted a discussion by the Inside Sources hosts. Today – just before leaving office – Biden issued several preemptive pardons for members of his family, Dr. Anthony Fauci, members of the Jan. 6th Committee, and many more. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains the motivations for this unconventional move.

Previewing the start of Utah’s Legislative General Session
It’s a busy week for the politicos in Utah – the presidential inauguration today and the start of Utah’s Legislative General Session tomorrow. Inside Sources hosts Greg Skordas and Taylor Morgan finish the show by sharing their expectations for the next 45 days.