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 proposed a new 10 percent tariff on key trading partners over forced labor concerns.
A federal judge upheld Trump's executive order on mail-in voting.
Trump signed an executive order aimed at gaining early access to new artificial intelligence models.
The Trump administration announced a proposal for a 25% tariff on Brazilian goods.
Trump is strategically choosing which political battles to engage in amid setbacks.
The Trump administration announced a proposed 25% tariff on Brazilian goods.
Trump signed a proclamation to amend tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper imports.
The Trump administration is reconsidering its $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Trump is set to headline the Great American State Fair for the nation's 250th anniversary.
Trump expressed optimism regarding a potential peace deal with Iran.
Trump publicly endorsed U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra for the Iowa governor's race.
A federal judge ruled against blocking Trump's executive order on mail-in voting.