Hey, have you heard about this guy Donald Trump? He's a real character. He's been a businessman, TV personality, and politician - but let's be real, we all know him for that stint as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021.
Born in Queens, New York City, Trump grew up in a wealthy family and got his start in real estate. He went to Fordham University and then transferred to the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated with an economics degree in 1968. Then he joined his father's business, the Trump Organization, and started doing big projects like building the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Manhattan.
Trump's not just a businessman, though. He's a real party animal. Back in the 80s, he was all over the New York City social scene, and his flashy lifestyle and celebrity status made him a tabloid regular. He even got into other businesses, like casinos and hotels, and just kept expanding.
But it hasn't all been smooth sailing for ol' Donny. In 1990, he faced a financial crisis after some of his businesses took a nosedive. He managed to avoid bankruptcy, but it was a close call. He then focused on growing his real estate holdings and building up his brand.
And boy did that brand take off. He became a reality TV star with "The Apprentice," which was a huge hit. He even wrote a book called "The Art of the Deal," which became a bestseller and cemented his reputation as a savvy businessman.
In 2015, Trump announced his candidacy for President of the United States, running on a platform of putting America first and touting his business experience. He faced off against Hillary Clinton in the general election, and despite being seen as a long-shot, he pulled off a surprise victory.
As President, Trump made some big changes. He cut taxes, rolled back regulations, and cracked down on immigration. He also had some high-profile diplomatic moments, like meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
But let's be real, his Presidency was controversial as hell. There were investigations into his campaign's ties to Russia, he had a bitter feud with the media, and there were allegations of misconduct by Trump and his associates. He even got impeached by the House of Representatives for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, although he was acquitted by the Senate.
And then there was the whole election thing. Trump refused to concede and claimed that the election was stolen from him, which led to his supporters storming the U.S. Capitol in a violent insurrection. He got impeached a second time, this time for incitement of insurrection, but was acquitted by the Senate yet again.
So yeah, as of 2023, Trump is still a big deal in American politics. People still love him, people still hate him, and people are still trying to figure out what the hell his legacy is.