Donald Trump's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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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. A Republican, Trump's presidency was marked by significant policy changes, including tax cuts and deregulation. Before entering politics, he built a real estate and branding empire. He is currently running for president again in 2024.

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.

2009: Start of economic expansion

In 2009, The longest economic expansion in American history started and continued until February 2020, when the COVID-19 recession began.

2016: Trump Wins Presidential Election

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

June 2018: First Meeting with Kim Jong Un

In June 2018, Donald Trump became the first sitting U.S. president to meet a North Korean leader, Kim Jong Un.

June 2019: Second Meeting with Kim Jong Un

In June 2019, Donald Trump met Kim Jong Un for the third time.

2020: Abraham Accords Signing

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

2020: Wins 2024 Presidential Election

In 2020, Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election against Vice President Kamala Harris, was given a no-penalty sentence, and two federal felony indictments against him for retention of classified documents and obstruction of the 2020 election were dismissed without prejudice.

2022: Roe v. Wade Overturned

In 2022, Roe v. Wade was overturned by Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, with all three of Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominees voting with the majority.

November 2024: Trump wins the 2024 presidential election

In November 2024, Donald Trump won the election with 312 electoral votes to incumbent vice president Kamala Harris's 226. He also won the popular vote with 49.8% to Harris's 48.3%.