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| Order | 47th President of the United States |
| In office | January 20, 2025 – Incumbent |
| Vice President | TBD |
| Preceded by | Joe Biden |
| Succeeded by | — |
| Born | June 14, 1946 (79 years old) Queens, New York City, New York, United States |
| Political Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Melania Trump (m. 2005) |
| Children | Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric, Tiffany, Barron |
| Profession | Businessman, television personality, politician |
| Alma mater | Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania |
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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
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
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**.
Entry into Politics
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.
2020 Election and Post-Presidency
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
- Strong advocate for **border security** and **immigration control**
- 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
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.
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.