Pared-down Biden inauguration to include short 'presidential escort' to White House

President-elect Joe Biden is opting for a historically scaled-down inauguration on Jan. 20 amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to the Presidential Inaugural Committee.

Forgoing some of the traditional festivities, Biden will participate in a "Pass in Review," a military tradition symbolizing the peaceful transition of power, after which he will be accompanied by a "presidential escort" from 15th Street to the White House. The entire event will be livestreamed for viewers at home.

The Biden Inaugural Committee made the arrangements in consultation with the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies...