Summary
The son of builder Fred Trump, Donald Trump learned the construction and development business from his father before venturing out on his own as a real estate developer, cultivating a reputation as a dealmaker. However, Trump for many years was just as famous for his efforts at self-promotion, including his starring role on the reality television series The Apprentice, as he was for his real estate deals. Not content with real estate and television appearances alone, he tried his hand at politics, running for U.S. president—and surprising most Americans by winning the presidency in 2016. Donald Trump, Updated Edition examines the life, career, and first presidential term of the controversial businessman, celebrity, and 45th president who, during his campaign, promised to "make America great again."