Donald Trump
45th President of the United States
Background
Date of Birth: June 14, 1946
Place of Birth: New York, New York
Spouse: Melania Trump (m. 2005), Marla Maples (m. 1993–1999), Ivana Trump (m. 1977–1992)
Children: Ivanka Trump, Barron Trump, Donald Trump Jr., Tiffany Trump, Eric Trump
Education:
Graduated from The Wharton School (BS in Economics) in 1968
Occupation:
Donald Trump has a long career with success and failure. His main job has been in real estate. He started in 1968 working at at his father Fred's real estate development company, E. Trump & Son. Became President of the company and renamed it The Trump Organization in 1971. Trump oversaw a series of high profile real estate adventures. He has written many books. His most famous book is The Art of the Deal. Donald Trump had a popular TV show called The Apprentice and appeared on many Talk Shows. He is now President of the United States (2016 to present). He is the first President with no political or military experience!
Responsibilities of the U.S. President
Lead the nation's people, making sure citizens obey the laws and setting priorities for the country, including helping Congress decide how the budget is spent.
Manage the government, making sure that decisions and programs are being carried out effectively, with the help of the vice president and appointed cabinet members who head different departments (agriculture, commerce, defense, education, energy, health and human services, housing and urban development, interior, justice, labor, state, transportation, treasury, veterans affairs).
Represent the U.S. in meetings with leaders of other countries, including signing treaties and other agreements (with approval from Congress) on behalf of the U.S.
Command the U.S. military, including declaring war (with approval from Congress).
First Lady – Melania Trump
President Trumps Family
Michael R. Pence – 48th Vice President of the United States
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