Who is Donald Trump?
Donald Trump, born on June 14, 1946, served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021. He is also known as a successful businessman, owning the Trump Organization, a diversified real estate conglomerate.
Early Life and Education
Trump was born in Queens, New York City, to real estate developer Fred Trump and Mary Anne MacLeod. He graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s degree in economics.
The Trump Organization
Donald Trump joined his father’s company, Elizabeth Trump & Son Co., in 1968 and took control of the company in 1971, later renaming it The Trump Organization. He expanded the business into Manhattan, building iconic projects such as Trump Tower, Trump Plaza, and Trump International Hotel and Tower.
Golf Courses and Other Ventures
Trump owns several branded golf courses worldwide, including Trump National Doral in Miami and Trump International Golf Links in Scotland. He has also ventured into various industries such as television, hotels, and casinos.
Trump’s Yacht and Private Jets
In 1988, Trump acquired the yacht Nabila and renamed it Trump Princess. He later sold the yacht to Prince Waleed bin Talal al Saud. Trump owns a Boeing 757 private jet with registration N757AF, nicknamed “Trump Force One,” and a Cessna Citation with registration N725DT.
Presidency and Post-Presidency
In 2015, Trump announced his candidacy for the 2016 US Presidential elections, eventually defeating Hillary Clinton in the general election. He was inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States on January 20, 2017, and served until January 20, 2021.
Donald Trump Net Worth
Forbes estimates Donald Trump’s current net worth to be around US$ 2.5 billion, while the Trump Organization claims a figure closer to US$ 8 billion. The organization has not released detailed financial disclosures to verify the claim.