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Donald Trump Donald Trump, born on June 14, 1946, in Queens, New York City, is an American businessman, television personality, and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021. He was the fourth of five children of Fred Trump, a wealthy real estate developer, and Mary Anne MacLeod Trump. Trump attended the New York Military Academy before enrolling at Fordham University and later transferring to the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a degree in economics in 1968. |
After graduation, Trump joined his father's real estate company, which he later renamed the Trump Organization. He expanded the business from residential units in Brooklyn and Queens into large-scale projects in Manhattan, including the development of Trump Tower and other luxury buildings, casinos, and resorts. Trump became a prominent figure in New York's real estate scene and gained further fame as the host of the reality TV show "The Apprentice," which aired from 2004 to 2015.
Trump announced his candidacy for the 2016 presidential election as a Republican in June 2015, running on a platform that emphasized immigration reform, economic nationalism, and an "America First" approach to foreign policy. Despite controversy and skepticism from political analysts, he won the Republican nomination and defeated Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton in the 2016 general election, securing a surprise victory with a significant electoral college margin, though he lost the popular vote.
During his presidency, Trump's administration implemented tax cuts, sought to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and pursued deregulation across various sectors. His foreign policy focused on renegotiating trade deals, confronting China on trade practices, and attempting to broker peace deals in the Middle East. He also faced significant criticism and controversy over his handling of immigration policy, including the "zero tolerance" policy that led to family separations at the U.S.-Mexico border. His presidency was marked by an unconventional and polarizing style, frequent use of social media, and conflicts with both political opponents and international allies.
Trump was impeached twice by the House of Representatives—first in December 2019 for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress over his dealings with Ukraine, and again in January 2021 for incitement of insurrection following the January 6 Capitol riot. He was acquitted by the Senate both times.
In the 2020 election, Trump was defeated by Democratic candidate Joe Biden. He initially refused to concede, making unsubstantiated claims of widespread voter fraud, which led to a prolonged legal battle and increased political tensions. After leaving office, Trump continued to exert significant influence over the Republican Party and remained a central figure in American politics.
As of 2024, Trump is actively involved in political and business endeavors and remains a prominent and controversial figure in both American and global contexts.
