The ballots have been cast, the confetti has been cleared – and now, many Delawareans are set to see the next wave of state leadership take center stage.
Delawareans saw Democratic candidate and current New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer win the state gubernatorial race on Nov. 5.
Several other candidates – including current state Sen. Sarah McBride and current U.S. Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester – made First State history that same night.
And, with the end of Election Day, the next step will be the swearing-in of candidates into their respective offices.
Here’s what to know about Inauguration Day 2025 in the First State – and who else residents can expect to lead other facets of state government.
When will the next Delaware governor be sworn in?
For Delaware, Inauguration Day is scheduled for Jan. 21, 2025, according to Gov.-elect Meyer’s transition website .
Further details regarding inauguration will be available over the next several weeks, according to close sources.