Trump

Donald J. Trump is an American politician, businessman, and media personality who has had a significant impact on U.S. politics and beyond.

Early Life and Career

Trump was born on June 14, 1946. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Finance in 1968. He followed in his father's footsteps in the real estate business, becoming the president of the Trump family real estate company in 1971. Trump expanded the business into luxury accommodations and developed numerous high-profile properties in New York City and globally23.

Business and Media Ventures

Before entering politics, Trump was known for his business ventures, including several high-profile real estate developments, and for hosting and co-producing the reality TV series "The Apprentice" from 2004 to 2015. He has also authored several bestsellers, with his first book, "The Art of the Deal," being particularly notable23.

Presidential Career

Trump was elected as the 45th President of the United States in 2016, defeating Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton. He won 304 electoral votes to Clinton's 227, although he lost the popular vote by nearly 2.9 million votes. During his first term, Trump implemented several significant policies, including the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, rolled back over 100 environmental regulations, and withdrew the U.S. from several international agreements such as the Paris Agreement and the Iran nuclear deal. He also nominated three Supreme Court justices and initiated a trade war with China2.

First Term Policies and Controversies

Trump's presidency was marked by several controversies, including his immigration policies, which included a travel ban targeting Muslims and refugees, and a family separation policy at the U.S.-Mexico border. He was impeached twice by the House of Representatives, first in 2019 for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, and again in 2021 for incitement of insurrection, but was acquitted by the Senate both times2.

Second Term

In the 2024 presidential election, Trump won again, becoming the 47th President of the United States and the second president, after Grover Cleveland, to serve two non-consecutive terms. This marks his return to the presidency after a four-year hiatus2.

Current Presidency

As of 2025, Trump has begun his second term, with ongoing discussions about his foreign policy initiatives, including potential talks with Russian President Putin regarding the Ukraine conflict, and his domestic policies such as addressing energy emergencies and regulatory reforms24.

Trump's presidency continues to be a subject of significant public interest and debate, reflecting his polarizing figure in American politics.