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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A federal judge has permitted certain legal challenges to Trump's executive order on mail-in voting.
A federal judge permits limited legal challenges to Trump's voting order.
A recent poll indicates that Trump's economic approval rating has reached a new low.
A federal judge has narrowed the scope of lawsuits challenging Trump's executive order on mail-in voting.
Trump and Iran's president signed an agreement to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The Iran deal signed by Trump includes provisions for sanctions relief and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The G-7 summit concluded with praise for Trump's efforts to end the Iran conflict.
Trump signed a memo intended to conclude the ongoing conflict with Iran.
The Department of Justice is advocating for the construction of a ballroom at the White House following security threats.
President Trump is under pressure to disclose details about the recent agreement with Iran.
On June 16, 2026, the FBI announced it had successfully disrupted an alleged plot involving explosive-laden drones targeting a high-profile Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event at the White House, an event notably associated with Donald Trump.
The European Parliament approved a trade deal aimed at reducing tariffs between the U.S. and Europe.