President-elect Donald Trump made his way back to Washington, D.C., after four years, marking his first visit to the White House since his presidency. Trump met with President Joe Biden for nearly two hours, emphasizing a smooth transition of power despite his previous efforts to impede the process during his own transition four years ago.
Trump's return to Washington began at Joint Base Andrews, where he arrived before proceeding through the city in a motorcade that culminated in a stop at a hotel hosting a GOP leadership conference on Capitol Hill. Addressing lawmakers at the conference, Trump expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, stating, 'It's nice to win,' following a standing ovation.
Subsequently, Trump proceeded to the White House, where he and President Biden engaged in a cordial meeting in the Oval Office. The two former rivals exchanged pleasantries, with Biden congratulating Trump and expressing his anticipation for a seamless transition. Trump reciprocated the sentiment, acknowledging the challenges of politics while appreciating the positive atmosphere of the day.
Following their meeting, Trump departed from Washington once again, concluding a significant day of political engagement and transition discussions. The event was captured through the lens of AP photographers, providing a visual narrative of the historic encounter between the outgoing and incoming administrations.
