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An image of Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe during his inauguration on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. (Courtesy: State of Missouri)

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Watch: Special coverage, analysis of Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe's inauguration

BY Spectrum News Staff Missouri

PUBLISHED 4:13 PM CT Jan. 14, 2025 PUBLISHED January 14, 2025 @4:13 PM

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.— Missouri's newest governor, Republican Mike Kehoe, was sworn into office in Jefferson City Monday. It was a day full of celebrations to mark the shift of power in the state capital.

Spectrum News provided team coverage and analysis of the historic day. Here are some of the highlights:

Swearing in ceremony for Gov. Mike Kehoe administered by Sen. Roy Blunt
19-gun salute and flyover
Inaugural address by Gov. Kehoe
Performance by 135th Missouri Army National Guard Band
Day One Action Ceremony in the governor's office where he announced executive orders focusing on crime and safety

Spectrum News' Marisa Jacques anchored the special coverage. She was joined by Spectrum News St. Louis political reporter Gregg Palermo, Spectrum News DC Bureau reporter Evan Koslof and St. Louis University Political Science professor Chris Duncan.