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
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Trump's administration is facing calls for an investigation into taxpayer-funded ads featuring him.
Trump's tariffs are facing renewed legal challenges in trade court.
A federal judge lifted all blocks on Trump's executive order regarding mail-in ballots.
Trump signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America'.
Trump hosted a rally in the Choctaw Nation, emphasizing his support for Native American issues.
Trump holds a rally in Oklahoma, energizing his base ahead of the midterm elections.
President Trump's tariffs are facing renewed legal challenges in U.S. trade court.
President Trump signed an executive order to officially rename artificial intelligence as 'Super Intelligence.'
President Trump delivered a eulogy for Senator Lindsey Graham during his funeral in Washington.
Trump holds a rally in Choctaw Nation as part of his campaign efforts for the upcoming midterm elections.
Trump's tariffs are facing scrutiny and legal challenges in U.S. trade court.
Trump has signed an executive order aimed at controlling invasive tick and mosquito populations in Washington, D.C.