Turbulent Inauguration: Calderón Takes Office in Under Five Minutes

Calderón's inauguration at the Chamber of Deputies is chaotic — PRD legislators physically block the podium, shouting accusations of fraud. In a rushed ceremony lasting fewer than five minutes, Calderón barely manages to recite his oath of office while surrounded by PAN lawmakers forming a human shield. He receives the presidential sash from outgoing President Vicente Fox and declares his government will restore public safety.