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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President Trump extends sanctions against the Belarusian regime for an additional year.
President Trump is scheduled for a routine medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Trump is scheduled for a routine medical examination at Walter Reed.
Trump cancels the AI executive order due to concerns over competition with China.
A federal judge dismissed a tax lawsuit filed by Trump, citing constitutional issues.
A gunman was killed after opening fire near the White House, prompting a security response.
A gunman was shot and killed by Secret Service agents after opening fire near the White House.
The White House was placed on lockdown following reports of gunfire in the vicinity.
Trump does not attend his son's wedding, citing responsibilities in Washington.
Trump delays the signing of an AI executive order due to concerns from the tech industry.
Trump does not attend his son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding, citing responsibilities in Washington.
The Supreme Court rules against the majority of Trump's tariffs imposed during his presidency.