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Donald J. Trump, born on June 14, 1946, in Queens, New York, is a businessman, television personality, and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States from January 20, 2017, to January 20, 2021. Before his political career, Trump was primarily known for his real estate ventures and his role as the host of the reality TV show The Apprentice. 
Trump's career in real estate began with the Trump Organization, a company he inherited from his father, Fred Trump. He expanded the company's reach, developing and acquiring numerous high-profile properties, including Trump Tower in New York City and various hotels, casinos, and golf courses worldwide. His flamboyant style and high-profile lifestyle made him a media fixture and a symbol of wealth and success. In 2015, Trump announced his candidacy for the presidency as a Republican, running on a platform that emphasized immigration reform, economic nationalism, and a pledge to "Make America Great Again." His campaign was marked by controversial statements, a strong anti-establishment stance, and a heavy use of social media to engage with supporters and bypass traditional media channels. Despite initial skepticism, Trump won the Republican nomination and defeated Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton in the 2016 presidential election. Trump's presidency was characterized by significant policy shifts and a highly polarized political climate. Domestically, he implemented substantial tax cuts, deregulation, and a conservative judicial agenda, including the appointment of three Supreme Court justices. His administration's handling of immigration, including the construction of a border wall and a travel ban targeting several predominantly Muslim countries, sparked significant debate and legal challenges. In foreign policy, Trump pursued an "America First" approach, renegotiating trade deals, withdrawing from international agreements like the Paris Climate Accord, and engaging in direct diplomacy with North Korea. His administration also brokered the Abraham Accords, leading to normalized relations between Israel and several Arab nations. Trump's presidency faced numerous controversies and investigations, including impeachment by the House of Representatives in 2019 for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, related to his dealings with Ukraine. He was acquitted by the Senate. The COVID-19 pandemic posed a significant challenge during his final year in office, with criticism over his administration's response. The 2020 presidential election saw Trump defeated by Democrat Joe Biden. Trump's refusal to concede and claims of widespread election fraud led to the storming of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, by his supporters, resulting in a second impeachment for incitement of insurrection. He was acquitted again by the Senate. Donald Trump's impact on American politics and society is profound and continues to be the subject of extensive analysis and debate. His tenure reshaped the Republican Party and left a lasting legacy on the nation's political landscape. |
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| UNIT I: | Early America | UNIT IX: | Discontent and Reform | ||
| UNIT II: | Colonial Period | UNIT X: | War, Prosperity, and Depression | ||
| UNIT III: | American Revolution | UNIT XI: | New Deal and World War II | ||
| UNIT IV: | New National Government | UNIT XII: | Postwar America | ||
| UNIT V: | Westward Expansion | UNIT XIII: | Decades of Change | ||
| UNIT VI: | Sectional Conflict | UNIT XIV: | New Conservatism | ||
| UNIT VII: | Civil War and Reconstruction | UNIT XV: | Into the Twenty-first Century | ||
| UNIT VIII: | Growth and Transformation | UNIT XVI: | Polarization and Deglobalization |
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