Unforgettable Images of the Inauguration

Millions watched in awe as history was made… the President and Vice President bowed in prayer… a peaceful transition of power -- “Extra” has the unforgettable images of President Obama’s stirring inauguration.

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'Extra' in the Capital!

Hollywood has officially invaded the nation's capital in anticipation of Barack Obama's inauguration!

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Sneak Peek at the Inaugural Balls

“Extra” is giving you a VIP pass to the hottest inaugural celebrations -- LIVE!

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Rick Fox: Journey to Obama

Nearly two million people will celebrate Obama's inauguration in D.C. tomorrow -- and "Extra" is with basketball star Rick Fox as he treks to the capital to get in on the action! Check out the video for raw moments from Fox's trip to Washington -- including a pit-stop to pick up ex-wife Vanessa Williams.

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The Stars Come Out in Washington

Barack Obama has made it to the capital -- and the star-studded celebrations in his honor are making D.C. the Hollywood of the east!

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Malia: Amateur Photographer on Obama Train!

Watch out paparazzi -- Malia Obama is moving in on your political coverage!

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Obama: Inauguration Tradition

President-elect Barack Obama addressed the nation in a video posted on his website -- describing the upcoming events surrounding his inauguration Tuesday, and the history of the tradition!

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Barack's Speech: Work-in-Progress?!

January 20 is quickly approaching -- so Obama's inaugural address is already written, right?

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Obama Inauguration Mania!

From this official Obama portrait just unveiled, to the cover of Time magazine, to Madam Tussauds in NYC -- Barack Obama is everywhere!

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All the President-Elect's Men

President-elect Barack Obama visited the White House today to have lunch with President George W. Bush, and former Commanders-in-Chief Jimmy Carter, George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton.

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Obamas Move to D.C.

Barack Obama takes office in less than a month -- and his bags are packed and ready! The future prez's transition team says the Obama family is moving to Washington, D.C. this weekend.

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Barack's Mother-in-Law Headed to D.C.?

President-elect Barack Obama is prepping his wife, Michelle and two daughters for their move to the White House, but is his mother-in-law moving into the White House too?

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The Obamas' White House Visit

President-elect Barack Obama and future First Lady Michelle visited 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue yesterday for a meeting with President Bush and First Lady Laura. Click through the gallery to see the White House welcome!

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Barack and Michelle to the White House

President-elect Barack Obama and future First Lady Michelle are headed to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. today to check out their new home.

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President Barack Obama!

Democratic nominee Barack Obama has been elected the 44th president of the United States of America. He is the first African-American elected to the office of Commander-in-Chief.

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Mario's Obama Dramarama Continued!

Mario's race to interview the Illinois senator was full of makeup mayhem and political problems! Here's more!

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Barack Going Back to 'SNL?'

Rumors are swirling that presidential candidate Barack Obama will be gracing the stage of “Saturday Night Live” in the last show before the election -- but is it true?

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Oprah and Michelle Obama Rally for Women Voters

GOP VP hopeful Sarah Palin is the only woman running on a presidential ballot this year -- but it was her rival Obama who had his A-list supporter, Oprah Winfrey, rallying for women votes in Chicago.

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The Funny Side of the Debates

The Vice Presidential debate never got too intense -- but there were plenty of jabs you didn’t get to see! “Extra” sent Carlos Diaz to the Laugh Factory to break down Biden vs. Palin.

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Who Won the Debate? Vote!

Six-time Senator Joe Biden says he's got the experience for the job, while Governor Sarah Palin says she's got the soccer mom smarts to be VP. Who won?

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Inside Barack's Beverly Hills Fundrai$er

Presidential candidate Barack Obama took a detour from battleground states to attend a star-studded Beverly Hills fundraiser in his honor -- and “Deal or No Deal” model Claudia Jordan gave “Extra” the scoop on the star-studded bash.

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Partisan Politics Set Aside for 9/11

Senators John McCain and Barack Obama have decided to set aside political bickering for today, and unite to honor victims of the September 11 attacks. In a joint statement released by the Dem and GOP camps, the candidates promised to rise above partisanship to pay respects to the victims of the World Trade Center attacks.

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Biden: Hillary Might Have Been a Better VP Pick!

Sarah Palin's overnight popularity with voters fueled talk that Hillary Clinton may have been a better VP choice for Obama's presidential ticket -- and Barack's running mate Joe Biden doesn't necessarily disagree!

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Obama Clarifies 'Lipstick on a Pig'

Senator Barack Obama appeared in David Letterman's hot seat last night -- and cleared up the "lipstick on a pig" comment that has caused so much controversy.

"It's a common expression in at least Illinois," said Obama on "Late Show with David Letterman." The Senator emphasized that his use of "lipstick on a pig" referenced what he considered McCain's faulty policy ideas -- and the GOP trying to pass them off as change.

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Barack Makes History

He's officially done it -- Barack Obama is the first African-American to accept a nomination for President.

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