The Trump Administration refers to the executive branch of the United States government led by President Donald J. Trump, who served from January 20, 2017, to January 20, 2021. Trump, a businessman and television personality before entering politics, was the 45th president. His administration was notable for its unconventional approach to governance, marked by frequent turnover in key roles and a focus on “America First” policies.
The Cabinet under President Trump included Vice President Mike Pence and the heads of the 15 executive departments, such as the Secretaries of State (Mike Pompeo), Treasury (Steven Mnuchin), Defense (various, including acting secretaries), and others[1]. Additional Cabinet-level officials included the White House Chief of Staff, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of National Intelligence, among others[1]. Some roles saw multiple occupants, reflecting the administration’s dynamic staffing.
Key policy achievements of the Trump Administration included major tax cuts through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, deregulation across various industries, renegotiation of trade deals such as the USMCA (replacing NAFTA), and a hardline stance on immigration, including the construction of a border wall and travel restrictions targeting several Muslim-majority countries. The administration also pursued criminal justice reform, brokered normalization agreements between Israel and several Arab states (the Abraham Accords), and withdrew the U.S. from international agreements like the Paris Climate Accord and the Iran nuclear deal.
The administration’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, which began in early 2020, was a defining event, with mixed domestic and international responses. Trump’s presidency was also marked by two impeachments—first in 2019 over Ukraine-related charges and again in 2021 following the January 6 Capitol riot—though he was acquitted both times by the Senate.
As of late 2025, the Trump Administration is no longer in office, but it remains a significant reference point in U.S. political discourse, especially as Trump is active in the Republican Party and a leading figure in the 2024 presidential race. The administration’s legacy continues to influence debates over economic policy, foreign relations, and the role of the executive branch.