+1 the inauguration is held on the Capitol steps. If after Jan. 6 that is considered tainted grounds, then Trump can take the oath of office at the White House, which rightfully no one else should be “resident there”. Trump could be sworn in early, but not likely.

Trump could also take the oath of office on the East side of the Capitol, the side where presidents used to take their oaths, but since Reagan whoever organizes this has had the presidents face the obelisk.

+1 the inauguration is held on the Capitol steps. If after Jan. 6 that is considered tainted grounds, the Trump can take the oath of office at the White House, which rightfully no one else should be “resident there”. Trump could be sworn in early, but not likely.

Trump could also take the oath of office on the East side of the Capitol, the side where presidents used to take their oaths, but since Reagan whoever organizes this has had the presidents face the obelisk.