From January 20, 2017, to January 20, 2021, Donald Trump, an American politician, businessman, and television personality, was the 45th president of the United States. ### Childhood and Work * Born in Queens, New York City, on June 14, 1946. * Took over the Trump Organization, his family's real estate company, and grew it from residential properties in Brooklyn and Queens to expansive commercial properties in Manhattan. * Gained notoriety for building skyscrapers, hotels, casinos, and golf resorts, among other real estate projects. * Became well-known for hosting the reality television program *The Apprentice*. ### A Career in Politics * Declared his intention to run as a Republican for president in 2015. * Ran on a platform of "America First" policies, tax cuts, deregulation, and immigration reform. * Overcame Democratic contender Hillary Clinton to win the 2016 presidential election. * He renegotiated trade agreements, appointed conservative justices, changed foreign policy, and implemented tax reform, among other major policy changes during his term. * He was the subject of two impeachment trials, in 2019 and 2021; the Senate cleared him on both occasions. * Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election. ### After the Presidency * Continues to have sway within the Republican Party. * Has remained active in politics and made references to possible future campaigns for public office.
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