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{{Infobox US president
{{Infobox US president
| name = Donald Trump
| name = Donald Trump
| image = Donald_Trump_2025.png
| image = Donald Trump official portrait 2017.jpg
| order = 47th
| order = 45th and 47th
| office = President of the United States
| office = President of the United States
| vicepresident = JD Vance
| vicepresident = [[Mike Pence]] (2017–2021)<br>[[J.D. Vance]] (2025–present)
| term_start = January 20, 2025
| term_start = January 20, 2017
| term_end = Incumbent
| term_end = January 20, 2021
| predecessor = [[Joe Biden]]
| term_start2 = January 20, 2025
| successor =
| term_end2 = Incumbent
| predecessor = [[Barack Obama]]
| successor = [[Joe Biden]]
| predecessor2 = [[Joe Biden]]
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1946|6|14}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1946|6|14}}
| birth_place = [[Queens]], [[New York City]], [[New York]], United States
| birth_place = [[Queens, New York City]], United States
| political_party = [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]]
| political_party = [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]]
| spouse = [[Melania Trump]] (m. 2005)
| spouse = [[Ivana Trump]] (m. 1977–1992)<br>[[Marla Maples]] (m. 1993–1999)<br>[[Melania Trump]] (m. 2005–present)
| children = Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric, Tiffany, Barron
| children = 5 (including [[Donald Trump Jr.]], [[Ivanka Trump]], and [[Eric Trump]])
| profession = Businessman, television personality, politician
| profession = Businessman, television personality, politician
| alma_mater = [[Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania]]
| alma_mater = Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania (B.S. in Economics)
| signature = Donald_Trump_Signature.svg
| signature = Donald Trump Signature.svg
}}
}}
'''Donald John Trump''' (born June 14, 1946) is the 47th and current [[President of the United States]], having assumed office on January 20, 2025, after defeating incumbent Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. He previously served as the 45th President from 2017 to 2021.


== Early Life and Education ==
'''Donald John Trump''' (born June 14, 1946) is the '''45th and 47th president of the United States''', the only president since [[Grover Cleveland]] to serve '''two non-consecutive terms'''. A businessman and television personality before entering politics, Trump has been one of the most polarizing and influential figures in modern American history.
Trump was born in Queens, New York City, to real estate developer Fred Trump. He attended the New York Military Academy and later earned a degree in economics from the [[Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania]].


== Business Career ==
== Early Life and Career ==
Trump took control of his father's real estate company, renaming it '''The Trump Organization'''. He expanded into Manhattan developments, casinos, hotels, and golf courses. Known for his brand, he also became a television personality as the host of '''The Apprentice'''.
Trump was born and raised in Queens, New York City. He earned a degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania and joined his father's real estate business, eventually rebranding it as '''The Trump Organization'''. He became a high-profile real estate developer, casino owner, and host of the reality TV show ''The Apprentice''.


== Entry into Politics ==
== First Presidency (2017–2021) ==
Trump entered the 2016 presidential race as a Republican and defeated Democratic nominee [[Hillary Clinton]]. His first term was marked by strong conservative appointments, deregulation, immigration reform, and a nationalist “America First” foreign policy.
Trump defeated Democrat [[Hillary Clinton]] in the 2016 election. His administration was marked by:
* Tax cuts and deregulation
* The appointment of three Supreme Court justices
* A hardline stance on immigration
* A focus on “America First” foreign policy
* Two impeachments — both resulting in acquittal


== 2020 Election and Post-Presidency ==
He lost re-election in 2020 to [[Joe Biden]] but remained a dominant figure in the Republican Party.
Trump lost re-election in 2020 to [[Joe Biden]]. He remained highly active in political circles, endorsing candidates, holding rallies, and contesting the 2020 election results. In 2024, he launched a political comeback and defeated President [[Kamala Harris]] to return to office in 2025.


== Political Positions ==
== Return to Office (2025–Present) ==
* Strong advocate for '''border security''' and '''immigration control'''
In a historic political comeback, Trump won the 2024 election, defeating incumbent President Joe Biden. He began his second non-consecutive term in January 2025, making him the only U.S. president since Grover Cleveland to accomplish this feat.
* Emphasizes '''economic nationalism''', '''tariffs''', and '''domestic manufacturing'''
* Opposes excessive government regulation and climate accords like the '''Paris Agreement'''
* Appointed several conservative judges, including 3 to the '''Supreme Court'''


== Personal Life ==
== Political Influence and Controversies ==
Trump has been married three times. He married his current wife, [[Melania Trump]], in 2005. He has five children, including [[Ivanka Trump]], who played key advisory roles during his first presidency.
Trump’s rhetoric, policies, and personal conduct have sparked both intense support and opposition. His claims about election integrity and confrontational style have redefined political discourse in the 21st century.


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==
Trump is widely seen as one of the most polarizing political figures in American history. His supporters view him as a populist disruptor who challenged the political establishment, while critics see him as divisive and controversial.
Loved by his supporters and criticized by his opponents, Trump has had a profound impact on American politics. His presidency continues to shape the nation’s political, cultural, and judicial landscape.


== See Also ==
== See also ==
* [[Presidency of Donald Trump (2017–2021)]]
* [[Presidency of Donald Trump]]
* [[Presidential election of 2024]]
* [[United States presidential election, 2016]]
* [[Republican Party]]
* [[United States presidential election, 2024]]
* [[Kamala Harris]]
* [[Impeachment of Donald Trump]]
* [[Joe Biden]]
* [[Donald Trump and social media]]
* [[White House]]
 
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[[Category:Living people]]

Latest revision as of 12:46, 6 August 2025

Donald Trump
Order 45th and 47th President of the United States
In office January 20, 2017 – January 20, 2021
Vice President Mike Pence (2017–2021)
J.D. Vance (2025–present)
Preceded by Barack Obama
Succeeded by Joe Biden
Born June 14, 1946 (79 years old)
Queens, New York City, United States
Political Party Republican
Spouse Ivana Trump (m. 1977–1992)
Marla Maples (m. 1993–1999)
Melania Trump (m. 2005–present)
Children 5 (including Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump, and Eric Trump)
Profession Businessman, television personality, politician
Alma mater Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania (B.S. in Economics)
Signature


Donald John Trump (born June 14, 1946) is the 45th and 47th president of the United States, the only president since Grover Cleveland to serve two non-consecutive terms. A businessman and television personality before entering politics, Trump has been one of the most polarizing and influential figures in modern American history.

Early Life and Career

Trump was born and raised in Queens, New York City. He earned a degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania and joined his father's real estate business, eventually rebranding it as The Trump Organization. He became a high-profile real estate developer, casino owner, and host of the reality TV show The Apprentice.

First Presidency (2017–2021)

Trump defeated Democrat Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election. His administration was marked by:

  • Tax cuts and deregulation
  • The appointment of three Supreme Court justices
  • A hardline stance on immigration
  • A focus on “America First” foreign policy
  • Two impeachments — both resulting in acquittal

He lost re-election in 2020 to Joe Biden but remained a dominant figure in the Republican Party.

Return to Office (2025–Present)

In a historic political comeback, Trump won the 2024 election, defeating incumbent President Joe Biden. He began his second non-consecutive term in January 2025, making him the only U.S. president since Grover Cleveland to accomplish this feat.

Political Influence and Controversies

Trump’s rhetoric, policies, and personal conduct have sparked both intense support and opposition. His claims about election integrity and confrontational style have redefined political discourse in the 21st century.

Legacy

Loved by his supporters and criticized by his opponents, Trump has had a profound impact on American politics. His presidency continues to shape the nation’s political, cultural, and judicial landscape.

See also