Discover Donald Trump’s life

Donald Trump Biography: 10 Key Moments

Early Life

• Description: Born June 14, 1946, in Queens, NY, Donald Trump grew up wealthy under real estate developer Fred Trump. He attended New York Military Academy and earned a B.S. in Economics from Wharton School in 1968.

Real Estate Empire

• Description: Took over the Trump Organization in 1971, building Trump Tower and luxury hotels, casinos, and golf courses, creating a global brand.

Media Fame

• Description: Hosted The Apprentice (2004–2015), popularizing “You’re fired!” Authored The Art of the Deal(1987), establishing his business mogul image.

Political Entry

• Description: Considered presidential runs in the 1980s and 2000, officially entering politics in 2015 as a Republican with the “Make America Great Again” slogan.

2016 Election

• Description: Won the 2016 presidential election against Hillary Clinton with 304 electoral votes, becoming the 45th U.S. President despite losing the popular vote.

First Term (2017–2021)

• Description: Implemented tax cuts, deregulated business, appointed three Supreme Court justices, moved U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem, and launched Operation Warp Speed.

Controversies

• Description: Faced impeachments in 2019 (Ukraine, acquitted) and 2021 (Capitol riot, acquitted). Convicted in 2024 on 34 counts in hush money case.

Personal Life

• Description: Married three times: Ivana (1977–1992), Marla (1993–1999), Melania (2005–present). Has five children: Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric, Tiffany, Barron.

2024 Comeback

• Description: Won the 2024 election against Kamala Harris, becoming the 47th President, only the second to serve non-consecutive terms, focusing on immigration and economy.

Legacy

• Description: Known for polarizing Trumpism, reshaping the Republican Party, and influencing American culture through his business empire and media presence.