The elections for the President of US was between Donald Trump and kamala Harris in which Donald Trump declared his victory and will be now serving as the 47th President of United States of America (USA). Trump won more democratic votes than Kamala Harris. During the election canvassing he promised to make efforts to stop the on going Russia Ukraine war within a day. Trump also pledged to heal the country and and bring a golden age to to the US. Trump is all set to return to the white house after a long gap of five years for the last election in which he lost against Joe Biden in 2017.
More about Donald Trump
Donald J. Trump is a prominent American businessman, television personality, and politician who served as the 45th president of the United States from 2017 to 2021. Born on June 14, 1946, in Queens, New York City, Trump built a career in real estate, particularly with the Trump Organization, and became known for high-profile properties and branding ventures. He gained further fame through his role as the host of the television show “The Apprentice” from 2004 to 2015.
Early Life and Business Career
- Family Background: Trump is the fourth of five children of Fred and Mary Trump. His father, Fred Trump, was a successful real estate developer in New York.
- Education: Trump attended Fordham University for two years before transferring to the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated with a degree in economics in 1968.
- Business Ventures: After joining the Trump Organization, he expanded the family’s real estate business, acquiring properties in Manhattan and later expanding to other ventures, including casinos, golf courses, and branded products.
Presidential Career (2017-2021)
- Election: Trump ran for president as a Republican in 2016, defeating Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton.
- Policies: His administration focused on tax cuts, deregulation, immigration reform, a conservative judiciary, and “America First” trade and foreign policies.
- Impeachments: Trump was impeached twice by the U.S. House of Representatives—first in 2019 on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, and again in 2021 for incitement of insurrection following the January 6 Capitol riot. He was acquitted both times by the Senate.
Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris is the 49th Vice President of the United States and the first woman, first Black, and first South Asian person to hold the office. Born on October 20, 1964, in Oakland, California, she has a notable career in law and public service. Harris previously served as a U.S. Senator from California and as the state’s Attorney General.
Early Life and Education
- Family Background: Harris was born to immigrant parents; her mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was a cancer researcher from India, and her father, Donald Harris, is an economist from Jamaica.
- Education: Harris attended Howard University, a historically Black university, where she earned a degree in political science and economics. She later obtained her law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law.
Legal and Political Career
- District Attorney of San Francisco: Harris began her career as a prosecutor and became the District Attorney of San Francisco in 2004. During her tenure, she implemented reforms such as initiatives to reduce recidivism but also faced criticism for her approach to certain cases.
- Attorney General of California: Elected as California’s Attorney General in 2010, Harris was the first woman and first person of color to hold the role. She focused on issues like environmental justice, marriage equality, and criminal justice reform.
- U.S. Senator: In 2016, Harris won a seat in the U.S. Senate, becoming the second Black woman to serve in the Senate. Her tenure in the Senate focused on issues such as healthcare, criminal justice reform, and immigration.
Vice Presidency (2021-Present)
- Election: Harris was chosen as Joe Biden’s running mate in the 2020 election, making her the first woman of color on a major party’s presidential ticket. They won, and she was sworn in as Vice President on January 20, 2021.
- Role and Initiatives: As Vice President, Harris has been tasked with handling issues like immigration policy, voting rights, and women’s rights. She has often represented the U.S. in diplomatic functions and meetings with international leaders.
Key Achievements and Significance
Harris’s career is marked by several “firsts,” breaking significant barriers in U.S. politics. She remains a highly influential figure, particularly in discussions around race, gender, and justice reform. Harris has played a significant role within the Biden administration and remains a focal point for future Democratic leadership.
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