Donald Trump
Donald Trump is an American businessman and politician who has served as the 47th President of the United States since January 2025, having previously served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021.
A real estate developer and television personality long before entering politics, Trump became the first person since Grover Cleveland to win two non-consecutive presidential terms, returning to office after a single term out of power.
From Business to Reality Television
Before politics, Trump built a career in New York real estate development and later became a nationally recognized television personality as host of The Apprentice, building the public profile that preceded his political career.
A First Term Defined by Disruption
Trump's first presidential term, from 2017 to 2021, was marked by significant tax and regulatory changes, a renegotiated trade relationship with China, and a notably disruptive approach to both domestic and foreign policy norms.
Defeat, Then a Historic Return
After losing his 2020 re-election bid, Trump won the 2024 presidential election, returning to the White House in January 2025 and becoming only the second U.S. president in history to serve two non-consecutive terms.
A Second Term of Sweeping Policy Change
Trump's second term has included a major legislative package, significant tariff policies affecting global trade, and an assertive approach to immigration enforcement and federal government restructuring.
A Constant Global News Presence
Trump's decisions and public statements consistently generate substantial global media coverage, reflecting the outsized influence of the American presidency on international politics, markets, and diplomacy.
