In Pictures: Donald Trump sworn in as 47th president at US Capitol

President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office during the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington (Kevin Lamarque/AP)

Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th US president, taking charge as Republicans claim unified control of Washington and set out to reshape the country’s institutions.

Mr Trump’s swearing-in ceremony was moved indoors due to intense cold.