2018: Networks roll out special looks for inauguration day

By Michael P. Hill January 23, 2017

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CNN

CNN, originating from its makeshift rooftop studio, stuck with its traditional lower third look, but did add a logo featuring the presidential seal surrounded by blue and gold rings with the words “The Inauguration of Donald Trump” appear in large, bold CNN Sans lettering inside of rectangles with curved sides.

The network also cluttered the screen with countdowns and fact boxes.