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Who is Donald Trump

Donald Trump is an American businessman, media personality, and politician who serves as the 47th President of the United States. Born on 14 June 1946 in Queens, New York, he earned an economics degree from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He expanded his family's real estate business into a global brand with properties, hotels, and golf courses. Trump gained further fame as the host of The Apprentice.
In 2016, Trump ran as the Republican nominee, defeating Democrat Hillary Clinton despite losing the popular vote. His presidency was marked by a distinct populist approach, with policies focusing on tax cuts, deregulation, and immigration restrictions. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (2017) was a significant legislative achievement. His administration pursued a "America First" foreign policy, withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement and the Iran nuclear deal while negotiating with North Korea.
 
Domestically, his administration faced criticism for its handling of racial tensions and the Covid-19 pandemic. He was impeached twice — once for abuse of power and once for inciting the Capitol riot — but was acquitted both times by the Senate.
 
After losing the 2020 election to Joe Biden, Trump remained a dominant figure in Republican politics. His post-presidency has been marked by legal controversies, including investigations into business practices and handling classified documents.
 
In November 2022, Trump announced his bid for the 2024 presidential election, aiming to become only the second US president to serve non-consecutive terms after Grover Cleveland. He defeated Democrat Kamala Harris to win his second presidency, and was sworn in as the 47th US President on January 20, 2025.

Latest Updates on Donald Trump

The meeting of the 21-nation Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders will take place November 18-19

Updated On: 14 Nov 2026 | 8:56 PM IST

Trump acknowledged on the day after the midterms that the war and the global economic tumult it's caused were partly to blame for Republicans' electoral losses

Updated On: 14 Nov 2026 | 12:29 PM IST

Though semiconductors have been a major flash point in US-China relations, the US president is not expected to raise the latest issue with Xi for now

Updated On: 14 Nov 2026 | 8:25 AM IST

While the leaders gathering for joint talks will mark a singular moment, analysts say expectations are low that the talks will lead to major breakthroughs

Updated On: 14 Nov 2026 | 7:53 AM IST

Senior US officials are discussing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's possible exit as lawmakers question the administration's oversight of advanced AI chip exports to China

Updated On: 14 Nov 2026 | 12:03 AM IST

India awaits US tariff framework before signing interim trade deal; Washington assures New Delhi of a comparative tariff advantage over competitors

Updated On: 13 Nov 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

Trump's midterm defeat may not change his policy direction, while a future Democratic administration may also retain elements of his inward-looking approach

Updated On: 13 Nov 2026 | 11:02 PM IST

Since a US President enjoys immense executive powers, American foreign policy may not witness any significant change as a result of the elections

Updated On: 13 Nov 2026 | 10:40 PM IST

Founded as an informal 12-member dialogue effort in 1989 in the Australian capital Canberra, it has become the region's premier economic forum to foster ties on advancing growth, trade and investment

Updated On: 13 Nov 2026 | 12:36 PM IST

The president called the Nvidia chief on Tuesday, continuing a pattern of supporting him even as the spy scandal was intensifying

Updated On: 13 Nov 2026 | 8:51 AM IST

Cook stepped down after a 15-year stint as Apple's CEO in September and is now executive chairman at the iPhone-maker

Updated On: 13 Nov 2026 | 8:10 AM IST

As of Sept. 30, the end of the 2026 budget year, $168.6 million remained in an escrow account managed by the US Treasury Department

Updated On: 13 Nov 2026 | 8:08 AM IST

Trump said Washington no longer needs a deal with Tehran and asked Vice President JD Vance to shift his focus to alleged fraud and corruption in Democratic-run states and cities.

Updated On: 12 Nov 2026 | 10:05 PM IST

Trump threatened to immediately double tariffs on Mexico unless it stops a group of about 1,500 migrants, mostly from Central America, heading towards the US border.

Updated On: 12 Nov 2026 | 6:16 PM IST

MEA officials say a possible meeting between Modi and Trump on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit is still being worked out, while plans for a Quad leaders' meeting remain uncertain

Updated On: 12 Nov 2026 | 6:14 PM IST

Democrats plan to use their control of Congress next year to investigate ICE enforcement tactics and push bills expanding pathways to legal status, but Trump's veto power could limit their efforts

Updated On: 12 Nov 2026 | 10:30 AM IST

Trump on Thursday ​authorized a crackdown on companies suspected of diverting the chips for the third time this year

Updated On: 12 Nov 2026 | 7:52 AM IST

What's an Indian company doing connecting steelmaking in Iowa with iron ore mines in Minnesota?

Updated On: 12 Nov 2026 | 12:38 AM IST

Bessent said the Trump-Xi meeting in Shenzhen would advance dialogue on AI risks, including testing advanced models and establishing a channel to report serious incidents.

Updated On: 11 Nov 2026 | 10:59 PM IST

Republicans blocked the impeachment effort in a 211-204 vote, giving Hegseth a reprieve ahead of Democrats taking control of the House in January.

Updated On: 11 Nov 2026 | 10:56 PM IST