Bill Gates met with President-elect Donald Trump for three hours, during which he commended Trump's keen interest in health issues, particularly HIV and polio cures. Gates mentioned that his foundation is currently involved in finding a cure for HIV and addressed the issue of polio resurgence during the meeting.
The inauguration ceremony for Trump is being relocated indoors due to anticipated low temperatures, causing disappointment among some supporters who had hoped to attend in person.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine selected Jon Husted to fill the Senate seat left vacant by Vice President-elect JD Vance, stressing the importance of appointing someone familiar with Ohio.