Donald J. Trump is an American businessman and Republican politician who returned to the presidency on January 20, 2025, serving with Vice President J.D. Vance. He previously served as president from 2017 to 2021 and is known for populist domestic and trade policies, deregulation efforts, and conservative judicial appointments.
Trump's presidencies reshaped the federal judiciary through multiple Supreme Court appointments and advanced a deregulatory, tax-cutting agenda that supporters credit with stimulating economic growth and shifting federal policy priorities. His administration pursued an assertive trade policy, tightened immigration enforcement, and enacted criminal‑justice reform and other legislative and executive measures that altered Washington's policy landscape.
At the same time, Trump's tenure was highly polarizing, marked by two impeachments and contentious relations with traditional allies and institutions; critics argue his style and rhetoric increased political polarization and weakened norms. His electoral comeback and continued influence have reshaped the Republican Party and American political discourse, leaving a contested but lasting imprint on governance and civic life.
Elected president in 2016 (served 2017–2021) and again in 2024, inaugurated 2025; Appointed three Supreme Court justices, shifting the judiciary rightward; Enacted the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and pursued broad deregulation; Implemented tariffs and a confrontational trade policy toward China; Withdrew the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement and the Iran nuclear deal; Oversaw passage of the First Step Act and faced two impeachments
Key highlights and dated events associated with this presidency.
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The Trump administration's ban on nearly $1 billion in Canadian imports officially went into effect.
President Trump launched the America.gov website aimed at improving access to government services.
An investigation is underway regarding a safety incident involving Marine One.
President Trump hosted a summit with leading AI experts to discuss technology's future.
The Trump administration aired a campaign ad using taxpayer funds.
Trump reportedly asked Xi Jinping if China would be interested in purchasing U.S. weapons.
The White House expanded a taxpayer-funded advertising campaign to promote Trump.
The U.S. and China reached an agreement to cut tariffs on $60 billion worth of products.
Trump expressed willingness to consider economic relief for Iran if concrete progress is made on nuclear issues.
The White House announced an expansion of its taxpayer-funded ad campaign supporting President Trump.
President Trump made remarks at the Presidents Cup golf tournament.
President Trump rejected Iran's ceasefire proposal amid ongoing tensions.