Donald Trump

Donald Trump, born on June 14, 1946, is a prominent American businessman, media personality, and politician who has made a significant impact on the political landscape as the 47th president of the United States. He is a member of the Republican Party and previously served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021. Raised in a wealthy family in New York City, Trump graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1968 with a bachelor's degree in economics, eventually taking the helm of his family's real estate business in 1971, which he renamed the Trump Organization.

Throughout his career, Trump has been known for his ventures in real estate, including the development of skyscrapers, hotels, casinos, and golf courses. He gained fame as a billionaire through his reality television show, The Apprentice, which aired from 2004 to 2015. His political journey began with a successful campaign in 2016, where he presented himself as a political outsider and won the presidency against Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton.

During his first term, Trump implemented several controversial policies, including a travel ban on seven Muslim-majority countries and the expansion of the Mexico–United States border wall. He rolled back numerous regulations, signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and appointed three Supreme Court justices. His presidency was marked by significant events, including the COVID-19 pandemic response, two impeachments, and the January 6 Capitol attack in 2021, after which he attempted to overturn the 2020 election results.

In 2023, Trump faced legal challenges, being found liable in civil cases for sexual abuse and defamation, and in 2024, he became the first U.S. president convicted of a felony for falsifying business records. Despite these challenges, he won the 2024 presidential election against Vice President Kamala Harris. His second term has been characterized by mass layoffs of federal workers, high tariffs, and numerous legal battles over his administration's actions.

Trump's leadership style, often referred to as Trumpism, has reshaped the Republican Party and has been associated with authoritarian tendencies and democratic backsliding. His presidency has drawn significant criticism, with many scholars ranking him among the worst presidents in American history due to his controversial statements and actions.