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 blocked Trump's latest order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship.
Trump signed a bill to prevent a government shutdown ahead of the midterm elections.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Trump's White House ballroom construction project.
Trump held a meeting with travel industry CEOs to discuss boosting foreign tourism.
The Trump administration reached a milestone by paying out $100 billion in tariff refunds.
Apple Maps has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in response to Trump's directive.
Trump's new tariffs on Canada have sparked significant opposition from the American public.
The Trump administration has filed an appeal against a court ruling that blocked its mail voting order.
The Supreme Court has allowed Trump to proceed with the construction of the White House ballroom despite ongoing lawsuits.
A whistleblower reported that the Postal Service's efforts to comply with Trump's mail voting order were rushed and poorly executed.
Trump's new tariffs on Canada have drawn significant public opposition and criticism from various stakeholders.
The Trump administration filed an appeal against a ruling that blocked its mail voting executive order.