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Trump is born
Born on June 14 in Queens, New York City. -
Trump took over his father’s real estate business
Took over his father’s real estate business, which he later renamed The Trump Organization. -
Graduated from Wharton University
Graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in economics. -
Expanded his real estate empire
Expanded his real estate empire with ventures like Trump Tower in New York, casinos in Atlantic City, and other major properties. -
Became a reality TV star
Became a reality TV star with the hit show The Apprentice, which boosted his public profile. -
Announced his candidacy for President of the United States as a Republican
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Won the Republican nomination
Trump wins the Republican nomination and eventually the presidential election against Hillary Clinton in a historic and contentious race. -
Served as the 45th President
Served as the 45th President of the United States. -
Signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, lowering corporate taxes. -
The U.S. withdrew from the Paris Climate Agreement
The U.S. withdrew from the Paris Climate Agreement and the Iran Nuclear Deal. -
Impeached by the House of Representatives
Impeached by the House of Representatives for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress; acquitted by the Senate. -
Lost re-election
Lost re-election to Joe Biden. -
Responded to the COVID-19 pandemic
Responded to the COVID-19 pandemic and led efforts to distribute vaccines by the end of his term. -
Faced a second impeachment
Faced a second impeachment after the January 6 Capitol riot, where he was accused of inciting the attack. He was acquitted again by the Senate. -
Continued to be an influential figure in the Republican Party
Continued to be an influential figure in the Republican Party. Announced his candidacy for the 2024 presidential election in late 2022. -
Became president again
Became president again and won the 2024 November election against Joe Biden and was brought back to office in January 2025.