Preparing for inauguration of Joe Biden, Kamala Harris (42 images)

The nation's capital prepares for Inauguration Day on Wednesday amid the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as security threats after an attack on the Capitol two weeks before. President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will be sworn in on the Capitol steps.

A perimeter fence is locked with chain and plastic handcuffs. Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI

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Biden and Harris memorabilia is locked up behind glass shelves at a shop in Union Station. Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI.

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National Guard troops from the 278th Armored Calvary Regiment organize themselves at the beginning of their shift. Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI

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Employees from Hercules Fence attach razor wire to the 8-foot fencing surrounding the U.S. Supreme Court. Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI.

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