Archbishop Elpidophoros of America attended the American Middle Eastern Inauguration Celebration held at Ilili Restaurant in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
The reception honored individuals of Middle Eastern descent who have been appointed or nominated to serve in the new administration: Ambassador Nominee Tom Barrack; Counselor to the President Alia Habba; Surgeon General Nominee Dr. Janette Nesheiwat; and FDA Commissioner Nominee Dr. Marty Makary.
Also in attendance at the event were Archon Aktouarios Alex M. Azar II, former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services; former Prime Minister of Romania Nicolae Ionel Ciucă; Sedat Önal, Ambassador of Türkiye to the United States; and Gianni Infantino, FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) President.
Photo: Orthodox Observer/Dimitrios Panagos