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. As a member of the Republican Party, he served as the 45th U.S. President from 2017 to 2021. He is also the 47th president of the United States.

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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.

2016: Won the 2016 presidential election

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

2018: APSA ranking of presidents

In 2018, members of the American Political Science Association ranked Donald Trump as the worst president.

2019: Travel Ban Upheld

In 2019, the Supreme Court upheld the Trump administration's travel ban.

February 2020: Senate Acquitted Trump in First Impeachment Trial

In February 2020, the Senate acquitted Donald Trump in his first impeachment trial.

2021: C-SPAN Presidential Historians Survey

After Donald Trump's first term, historians ranked Trump as the fourth-worst president in C-SPAN's 2021 survey of presidential historians.

2022: Siena College Research Institute Survey

The Siena College Research Institute's 2022 survey ranked Donald Trump as the third-worst president.

November 2024: Trump Wins the 2024 Election

In November 2024, Donald Trump won the election with 312 electoral votes and 49.8% of the popular vote against Kamala Harris. His victory was attributed to a global backlash against incumbent parties due to the 2021-2023 inflation surge.