Who Administers the Presidential Oath of Office

The president takes the oath of office in a formal ceremony, usually in a public place, surrounded by representatives of all three branches of government. The oath has most often been administered by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court or another judge.

Who administers the President's oath of office?

While tradition dictates that the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court administers the oath of office to the President-elect, a variety of officials have administered the oath to Vice Presidents.

Who administered the oath of office to the first President?

The inauguration was held nearly two months after the beginning of the first four-year term of George Washington as president. Chancellor of New York Robert Livingston administered the presidential oath of office.