Donald Trump's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Donald Trump. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Donald John Trump is an American politician, media personality, and businessman. He served as the 45th U.S. President from 2017 to 2021 and is a member of the Republican Party. Currently, he holds the position of 47th president of the United States. His career spans real estate, television, and politics, marked by significant policy changes and a distinctive communication style. He remains a prominent and often controversial figure in American public life.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2007: Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

In 2007, Donald Trump received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his work as producer of Miss Universe.

November 8, 2016: Trump was elected president

On November 8, 2016, Donald Trump was elected president, receiving 306 pledged electoral votes versus 232 for Hillary Clinton.

2016: Trump wins the presidential election

In 2016, Donald Trump won the presidential election against Hillary Clinton.

2020: Dismissal of Cases After Reelection

After Donald Trump's reelection in 2024, the 2020 election obstruction case and the classified documents case were dismissed without prejudice.

2020: Trump hosts signing of the Abraham Accords.

In 2020, Trump hosted the signing of the Abraham Accords between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain to normalize their foreign relations.

March 2024: Supreme Court Restores Trump to Ballot

In March 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court restored Donald Trump's name to the ballot in a unanimous decision, ruling that Colorado lacks the authority to enforce Section 3 of the 14th Amendment.

November 2024: Trump Wins 2024 Election

In November 2024, Donald Trump won the election with 312 electoral votes, becoming the second president in U.S. history to be elected to a nonconsecutive second term.

January 20, 2025: Trump Begins Second Term

On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump began his second term upon his inauguration, becoming the oldest individual to assume the presidency and the first president with a felony conviction.