Glenn Youngkin Inauguration
Ralph Northam makes his way down the Capitol stairs to the stage to start the peaceful transition of power to Glenn Youngkin.
Jason Miyares makes his way to the stage before being sworn in as Attorney General.
The Hon. John A. Cosgrove, Jr., Senate of Virginia, Chesapeake and the Hon. Christopher T. Head, Virginia House of Delegates, Botetourt, get ready to sing the national anthem.
Winsome Sears takes the oath to be sworn in as Lt. Governor. Sears is the first woman of color to be elected the lt. governor position. The Hon. Richard D. Taylor Jr., retired judge, 13th Judicial Circuit of Virginia administered Sears’ oath.
Glenn Youngkin takes the oath to be sworn in as the 74th governor of Virginia. The Hon. Elizabeth A. McClanahan, retired justice, Supreme Court of Virginia administered Youngkin’s oath.
Glenn Youngkin speaks to everyone in attendance. It was a sold-out crowd with tons of energy and cheers.
Crowd cheers and gives a standing ovation during Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s speech.
Representatives of Virginia’s Native American tribes brave the cold to hold a “Blessing of the Ground” ceremony.
Governor Glenn Youngkin (center), First Lady wife Suzanne (left) and attorney general Jason Miyares (right) lead a prayer for the commonwealth.
The Virginia Union University Choir and VUU Ambassadors of Sound Drum Line, Richmond, perform “The Blessing”.
The Virginia Union University Choir and VUU Ambassadors of Sound Drum Line, Richmond, perform “The Blessing”.
The Virginia National Guard, Chesterfield
The Virginia Military Institute Corps of Cadets, Lexington
The Virginia Military Institute Corps of Cadets, Lexington
One member of the Virginia Military Institute Corps of Cadets marches in unison with the rest of the group. When marching, it is critical to be one and do exactly what everyone else is doing so you do not stick out.
The Norfolk Academy Basketball team acknowledges the crowd before throwing one of their basketballs to Gov. Youngkin (off screen). Youngkin was a former basketball player for Rice University.
The James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes, Harrisonburg, drum majors wave to the crowd before performing for Gov. Youngkin (off screen).
Members of the James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes perform their fight song.
Members of the James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes perform their fight song.
Members of the James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes perform their fight song.
Members of the James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes perform their fight song.
Members of the James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes perform their fight song.
Members of the James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes perform their fight song.
One James Madison University Marching Royal Duke drum major looks over at another drum major to keep tempo and rhythm.
The Broken Men Foundation, Richmond
The Boy Scouts of America, Great Falls.
Coalitions from the Youngkin for Governor Campaign
Coalitions from the Youngkin for Governor Campaign
Coalitions from the Youngkin for Governor Campaign
Coalitions from the Youngkin for Governor Campaign
The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Color Guard, Gregory Guard and Regimental Band: The Highty-Tighties
The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Color Guard, Gregory Guard and Regimental Band: The Highty-Tighties
The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Color Guard, Gregory Guard and Regimental Band: The Highty-Tighties
The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Color Guard, Gregory Guard and Regimental Band: The Highty-Tighties
The Charlottesville Cardinals Wheelchair Basketball team
The Charlottesville Cardinals Wheelchair Basketball team
NASA Wallops Island and Hampton facilities
NASA Wallops Island and Hampton facilities
NASA Wallops Island and Hampton facilities
The official Toyota NASCAR pace car for Richmond Raceway. Richmond hosts several races in NASCAR.
The official Toyota NASCAR pace car for Martinsville Speedway. Martinsville is NASCAR’s oldest track still in operation.
The official Toyota pace car for VIRginia International Raceway. VIR is a fan favorite and one of the main stops for the IMSA (International Motorsports Sports Association) SportsCar Championship.
Spearhead Trails, Coeburn, show their support
Spearhead Trails, Coeburn, show their support
Spearhead Trails, Coeburn, show their support
Spearhead Trails, Coeburn, show their support
Spearhead Trails, Coeburn, show their support
Law enforcement of Virginia come out in force. In his speech, Youngkin promised to fully fund law enforcement.
Law enforcement of Virginia come out in force. In his speech, Youngkin promised to fully fund law enforcement.
Law enforcement of Virginia come out in force. In his speech, Youngkin promised to fully fund law enforcement.
Law enforcement of Virginia come out in force. In his speech, Youngkin promised to fully fund law enforcement.
Oakland Spring Farm, Gordonsville, supplied these horses for the parade.
Oakland Spring Farm, Gordonsville, supplied these horses for the parade.
Oakland Spring Farm, Gordonsville, supplied these horses for the parade.
The Virginia Union University Choir performs solo for Gov. Youngkin
Â
The Virginia Union University Choir performs solo for Gov. Youngkin
Â
The adjutant general of the Virginia National Guard Timothy Williams presents Gov. Youngkin with one of the shell casings from the 19-gun salute after Youngkin took his oath.
