President Trump to Deliver Commencement Address at U.S. Military Academy
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About the People Mentioned
Donald Trump
Donald John Trump, born June 14, 1946, in Queens, New York, is an American businessman, media personality, and politician. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School in 1968 with a degree in economics. In 1971, he took over his family’s real estate business, renaming it the Trump Organization, through which he expanded into building and managing skyscrapers, hotels, casinos, and golf courses. Trump gained widespread fame as the host of the reality TV show *The Apprentice* from 2004 to 2015, which helped establish his public persona as a successful entrepreneur. Trump entered politics as a Republican and was elected the 45th president of the United States, serving from 2017 to 2021. His presidency was marked by significant policy actions including tax cuts, deregulation, the appointment of three Supreme Court justices, renegotiation of trade agreements (notably replacing NAFTA with the USMCA), and a focus on immigration control including border wall expansion. He withdrew the U.S. from international agreements such as the Paris Climate Accord and the Iran nuclear deal, and engaged in a trade war with China. His administration’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic was criticized for downplaying the virus’s severity. Trump was impeached twice by the House of Representatives—first in 2019 for abuse of power and obstruction, and again in 2021 for incitement of insurrection—but was acquitted by the Senate both times. After losing the 2020 election to Joe Biden, Trump challenged the results, culminating in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. He remains a central figure in American politics, having won the 2024 presidential election and returned as the 47th president in 2025, continuing to promote policies aimed at economic growth, border security, and military strength[1][2][3][4].
About the Organizations Mentioned
West Point
The United States Military Academy at West Point, commonly known as West Point, is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious military service academy, established in 1802. It is located on strategic high ground overlooking the Hudson River in New York, a site used by the Army since 1780 during the Revolutionary War[1]. West Point educates and trains cadets to become commissioned officers in the U.S. Army through a rigorous four-year program that integrates academic excellence, military leadership, and physical development[1][2][4]. West Point grants a Bachelor of Science degree, emphasizing a broad curriculum with strong programs in engineering, science, and military studies. Its academic rigor is comparable to top civilian universities, with faculty known for their dedication and accessibility. Cadets participate in competitive athletics and military training activities such as Airborne and Air Assault Schools, gaining hands-on experience in advanced military skills[2][3]. The academy also offers enriching opportunities like study abroad programs and exchanges with sister service academies[2]. Admission is highly selective, requiring candidates to be U.S. citizens, receive congressional nominations, and pass stringent physical, academic, and medical evaluations. The Army fully funds tuition and provides a stipend, with cadets committing to at least five years of active military service upon graduation[1][4]. Historically, West Point has been influential in shaping military education; it was the first American college to offer an accredited civil engineering program and pioneered the concept of class rings[1]. Notably, General Douglas MacArthur modernized its training methods, shifting to practical, experiential military education to prepare cadets for modern warfare[5]. Today, West Point remains a premier leader development institution, training approximately 1,000 new officers annually. Its unique blend of tradition, rigorous academics, and leadership training continues to prepare cadets to meet the evolving challenges of military service and national defense[7][3].
