Washington, D.C. – January 19th 2025 – The historic Riggs Hotel in Downtown Washington set the stage for “Inauguration Eve,” an exclusive soirée hosted by Uber, X, and The Free Press. As one of the premier events among the capital’s bustling inauguration season, the gathering attracted a stellar lineup of VIPs – blending Washington’s seasoned elite with fresh faces. The evening celebrated the eve of the nation’s 60th presidential inauguration with a mix of elegance, exclusivity, and high energy.
Despite the frigid January temperatures, the atmosphere inside was electric. Country music star Dierks Bentley captivated the crowd with a performance of his greatest hits, providing a vibrant soundtrack for the evening. The Riggs Hotel’s opulent setting played host to a dynamic mix of political leaders, tech innovators, and cultural icons, all enjoying gourmet cuisine and signature cocktails.
The evening’s program included remarks from The Free Press Founder Bari Weiss, X CEO Linda Yaccarino, and Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi. Their speeches emphasized themes of progress, innovation, and unity during this pivotal moment in the nation’s history. Moments later, cheers rang out through the venue as MMA superstar Conor McGregor made his way through the crowd to pose for photos and mingle with the partygoers.
Other notable guests included: Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), Peter Thiel, Sergey Brin, Christine Toretti, Kimbal Musk, Bret Baier, Amy Chua, Lex Fridman, Dana Bash, Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Douglas Murray, Mark Isakowitz, Linda Yaccarino, Conor McGregor, Francis Suarez, Mehmet Oz, Cesar Conde, Joanna Coles, James Bennet, Shawn McCreesh, Alex Tompson, Max Tani, Michael Grimes, Keith Rabois, Jacob Helberg, Coleman Hughes, Lulu Cheng Meservey and Rikki Schlott.
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