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Name: Donald Trump
Donald John Trump is an American politician, media figure, and businessman who served as the 45th president of the United States from 2017 to 2021.
Trump started his career in 1968 at his father’s firm, Trump Management, which managed properties in New York City’s boroughs. He became president of the company in 1971, renaming it the Trump Organization. Over the years, he filed for bankruptcy protection six times for his businesses, including hotels and casinos. Notable projects include the Grand Hyatt Hotel in 1980, Trump Tower in Manhattan, and the Plaza Hotel in 1988. Despite some successes, his ventures often faced financial struggles.Trump expanded into golf courses, owning several, and licensed his name for various products and services. He owned beauty pageants from 1996 to 2015 and founded Trump the University, which settled legal issues for $25 million in 2016. His foundation, established in 1988, ceased operations in 2018 due to controversies. Trump authored books, appeared in films and shows, and hosted "The Apprentice" from 2004 to 2015.
Inaugurated as president on January 20, 2017, Trump signed executive orders aimed at repealing the Affordable Care Act, withdrawing from the Trans-Pacific Partnership, and initiating the construction of a wall along the Mexican border.
Trump's policies focused on the economy, including the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which reduced tax rates for businesses and individuals. However, increased spending and tax cuts raised the federal deficit and national debt. His environmental policies included withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and rolling back regulations to boost energy production. On care, Trump sought to repeal and replace the Act, scaled back its implementation, and reduced funding for its promotion.
His administration faced criticism for its handling of the epidemic. On issues, Trump took measures against abortion, rolled back protections for individuals, and his administration carried out executions, more than any administration since 1956.
Trump's policies were, including the implementation of the policy at the border and attempts to restrict travel from countries. His administration built wall segments and replaced ones but did not meet the promises.In policy, Trump's actions were marked by unpredictability and a focus on "America First." He initiated a war with China, withdrew from the Partnership, and took a stance against Iran, including withdrawing from the deal.
The Trump administration experienced turnover, with departures and changes among officials. Trump appointed Court justices, shifting the Court, and faced criticism for his handling of the pandemic, including downplaying the virus and pressuring agencies. He fired director James Comey amid investigations into interference. Trump's response to the pandemic and the impact became an issue in the 2020 election. Investigations scrutinized his actions during and before his presidency, including his dealings and ties to Russia.