The oath of office of the President of the United States is an oath or affirmation required by the United States Constitution before the President begins the execution of the office. The wording is specified in Article Two, Section One, Clause Eight:
Before he enter on the Execution of his Office, he shall take the following Oath or Affirmation:--"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."Read more about Oath Of Office Of The President Of The United States: Administrator of The Oath, Use of Bibles, Oath Mishaps, Retaking The Oath of Office, "So Help Me God", List of Oath Takings
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