Analysis: Trump stays out of sight as transfer of power nears

The nation is entering inauguration week with an unnerving police and military presence guarding the vestiges of democracy — with Americans holding their breath as federal officials warn about threats of violence and potential unrest that have clouded preparations for the ceremonies that will usher President-elect Joe Biden into the White House and send President Donald Trump back to private life.

The nation is entering inauguration week with an unnerving police and military presence guarding the vestiges of democracy — with Americans holding their breath as federal officials warn about threats of violence and potential unrest that have clouded preparations for the ceremonies that will usher President-elect Joe Biden into the White House and send President Donald Trump back to private life.