[WATCH] Trump denounces violence, vows orderly transition

Trump also condemned the actions of a mob who stormed the Capitol on Wednesday.

Violence broke out after pro-Trump supporters stormed a session of Congress held Wednesday to certify Joe Biden's election win, triggering unprecedented chaos and violence at the Capitol Hill and accusations the president was attempting a coup.

The protest comes after Trump instigated his supporters to riot after he lost the elections.

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"This moment calls for healing and reconciliation," said Trump. "We have just been through an intense election and emotions are high, but now tempers must be cooled and calm restored."

"A new administration will be inaugurated on January 20. My focus now turns to ensuring a smooth, orderly and seamless transition of power," he said.

"Serving as your president has been the honour of my lifetime," Trump said.

Trump's U-turn comes after two members of his cabinet resigned, two weeks before the Trump vacates office.

The education secretary and transportation secretary -- the only two women in Trump's inner cabinet -- both said they could no longer remain in office after the violent rampage on a ceremonial session of Congress that certified President-elect Joe Biden's victory.

Trump, in his speech, however, did not congratulate his successor.