Joe Biden’s swearing-in ceremonies canceled the traditional inaugural luncheon to honor the new president and vice president, saying a modified event is no longer possible due to the coronavirus.The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies had been planning a ceremony that would keep the time-honored custom alive while instituting new health and safety protocols.
But the committee announced Tuesday that it had decided to cancel the event after consulting with Biden’s inaugural planners.Also Read | How Indians lived online during 2020“The health and safety of all guests attending the ceremonies has remained a top priority throughout the planning process," said Paige Waltz, a spokeswoman for the congressional committee.While not.