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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Trump announces extensive new tariffs affecting a wide range of imports.
Trump orders new signs at the Smithsonian to address perceived inaccuracies.
Trump's tariffs faced criticism from international trade partners.
Trump attended the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Trump signed an executive order concerning the Smithsonian Institution.
Trump's tariffs face backlash from international trade partners.
Trump is set to attend the rescheduled White House correspondents' dinner.
Trump announces tariffs aimed at penalizing countries using forced labor.
Trump announces new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on 60 trade partners.
Trump signs an executive order to enhance oversight of the defense supply chain.
Trump's recently announced tariffs on Canadian goods have sparked anger among voters and U.S. allies.
Trump states that Saudi Arabia must normalize relations with Israel to join the Abraham Accords as part of a nuclear program deal.