High Security Measures on the eve of Biden's inauguration

“Although we have no intelligence information about any internal threat, we are leaving no stone without turning to secure the capital,” said in a statement incumbent Defence Secretary Christopher Miller.

He said troops are being given additional training as they arrive in Washington and are told that “if they see or hear something that is not appropriate, they report it to their superiors in the chain of command. ”

US intelligence reports have hinted that some protesters who believe outgoing President Donald Trump was deprived of re-election because of voter fraud may try to break up Mr. Biden's swearing and inauguration ceremony.

The site where the inauguration will be made is surrounded by high fences covered with thorn wire, among unprecedented security measures not seen in past inaugurations.

Security is more central than usual, while the inauguration comes two weeks after thousands of Mr. Trump's supporters attacked the Capitol after he urged them to march towards the building, while lawmakers had gathered to confirm Mr. Biden's victory.

The area near the Capitol, where Mr. Biden and Mrs. Harris will be sworn in, has become practically an armoured fortress.

Much of Mr. Biden's inauguration celebration will be held virtually, with bands and bands performing by all 50 US states.

Despite added security concerns, Beden plans to make the inauguration ceremony in the traditional country.

President Trump has refused to admit defeat or congratulate Mr. Biden, though he acknowledges there will be a new “administration” on Wednesday.

Trump is planning to leave Washington on Wednesday morning with a red carpet ceremony as he moves towards Presidential Air Force One aircraft to go to his residence in Florida.