Country Star Carrie Underwood to Sing at Trump's Inauguration

Country music sensation Carrie Underwood is set to perform "America the Beautiful" at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. This event, taking place on January 20 at the U. S. Capitol, will mark Trump's swearing-in as the 47th president. Underwood's participation is a significant moment, given the lack of support from major Hollywood stars during Trump's political career. The inauguration will feature notable figures, including Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts administering the presidential oath and Justice Brett Kavanaugh handling the vice presidential oath for JD Vance. Underwood, a Grammy winner, is highly prominent in the country music scene, known for her hits and mainstream roles, such as her association with Sunday Night Football and her upcoming debut as a judge on ABC's "American Idol. " Underwood's decision to perform at the inauguration could potentially divide her fan base. While NFL fans might cheer her on, aligning with Trump can risk alienating left-leaning fans and Hollywood allies. Throughout her career, Underwood has kept her political views private. Her focus remains on unity, as stated in her official statement. Country music has historically been more conservative compared to Hollywood. However, recent years have seen a shift towards more progressive views among new country artists. For instance, singers like Mickey Guyton and Maren Morris supported Vice President Kamala Harris in the recent election.