Introduction
Donald Trump is a prominent American businessman, television personality, and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021.
Born on June 14, 1946, in Queens, New York, Trump was the fourth child of Frederick C. and Mary Anne MacLeod Trump.
He attended the Kew-Forest School, a private school in Forest Hills, Queens, before enrolling in Fordham University, and later transferring to the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a degree in economics.
Business Career
After graduating from college, Trump began working for his father’s real estate development company, the Trump Organization.
He later took over the company and expanded its operations, becoming one of the most prominent real estate developers in New York City.
Trump was involved in several high-profile real estate projects, including the construction of Trump Tower, a 58-story skyscraper located on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, and the renovation of the Wollman Rink in Central Park.
In addition to his real estate ventures, Trump also became involved in other businesses, including casinos, hotels, and golf courses.
He owned several casinos in Atlantic City, New Jersey, including the Trump Taj Mahal, which was the largest casino in the world when it opened in 1990.
Trump also owned several luxury hotels, including the Trump International Hotel and Tower in Chicago and the Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C.
Television Career
In addition to his business career, Trump also became a well-known television personality, thanks to his appearances on the reality show, “The Apprentice.”
The show, which premiered in 2004, featured Trump as the host and executive producer. Contestants competed for a job with the Trump Organization, and each week, Trump would “fire” one contestant.
“The Apprentice” was a major hit, and Trump became one of the most recognizable figures on television. He continued to host the show for 14 seasons, and its success helped to increase his profile and bolster his brand.
Political Career
Trump first became involved in politics in the 1980s, when he began publicly expressing his conservative views. He made donations to Republican candidates and causes and flirted with the idea of running for office himself. In 2000, he briefly sought the nomination of the Reform Party for president but ultimately dropped out of the race.
In 2015, Trump announced his candidacy for president of the United States, running as a Republican. He ran a controversial campaign that included inflammatory rhetoric and attacks on his opponents. Despite this, he emerged as the Republican nominee and faced off against Democrat Hillary Clinton in the general election.
The election was a contentious one, and Trump’s victory came as a surprise to many. He won the electoral college but lost the popular vote by nearly three million votes. He was inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States on January 20, 2017.
Presidential Legacy
As president, Trump pursued a number of controversial policies, including a travel ban on several predominantly Muslim countries, the separation of families at the U.S.-Mexico border, and the repeal of the Affordable Care Act. He also withdrew the United States from the Paris climate agreement, renegotiated trade deals with several countries, and imposed tariffs on China and other countries.
Trump’s presidency was marked by numerous controversies, including allegations of collusion with Russia during the 2016 election, his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, and his role in the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Despite these controversies, Trump remained a popular figure among his supporters, who praised his efforts to put America first and his commitment to conservative values. He also continued to be a divisive figure, with many Americans criticizing his policies and rhetoric