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During an assassination attempt by 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks on July 13, 2024, Donald Trump was shot and wounded in his upper right ear.
Yes, Donald Trump grew up in a rich family. His father, Fred Trump, was a successful real estate developer in New York City. Donald received financial support from his father, including a loan of about one million US dollars to start his own real estate ventures.
No, Trump did not attend law school. His background is in business and real estate.
According to The Times, Trump inherited over US$413 million (based on dollar values in 2018) from his father.
Over the years, Trump made numerous statements about his top academic performance at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. However, they were never confirmed.
Yes, Donald Trump started college at Fordham University in 1964 and transferred to Wharton two years later. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Economics in May 1968.
Donald Trump attended New York Military Academy (NYMA), a private boarding school, during his teenage years. His parents enrolled him there at the age of 13 in 1959 due to behavioral issues.
No, Trump received a medical deferment from the draft during the Vietnam War because he allegedly had bone spurs in his feet.
Yes, they knew one another but sources say that they weren't particularly close.
At various times, it's been reported that Donald Trump has lost some weight and was focusing more on his health.
When Trump was president, the economy strengthened and the unemployment rate fell before the pandemic in 2020.
Yes, two of Donald Trump's golf courses have faced issues with their liquor licenses. In 2024, the state of New Jersey chose not to renew the liquor licenses for two of his golf clubs following his felony conviction.
No, Donald Trump did not lose part of his ear. He did sustain an injury during the assassination attempt but part of the ear wasn't lost.
Though Trump didn't make a Bible himself, he was selling "God Bless the USA" Bibles that were complete with copies of the nation's founding documents.
Yes, Former President Donald Trump recorded a song “Justice For All” that was done in collaboration with a group of people incarcerated for their role in the January 6, 2021, insurrection known as the J6 Prison Choir.
Trump did generate a lot of wealth over the years but he started with a large investment from his wealthy father.
Yes, Donald Trump has met several times with Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu.
During his presidency, Trump's businesses made about US$2.4 million. The businesses saw increased traffic thanks to his new boost in fame.
There is no proof that Donald Trump met Elvis. However, Trump has expressed admiration for Elvis over the years.
Yes, Trump lived in the White House. In fact, according to US government websites, every president since John Adams has occupied the White House.
Donald Trump was impeached twice. First in 2019 for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, and again in 2021 for incitement of insurrection. However, in both cases, he was acquitted by the Senate and remained in office.
Donald Trump did pay taxes, however, there has been controversy about the amount. In 2020, a New York Times investigation revealed that Trump paid only US$750 in federal income taxes in both 2016 and 2017.
Yes, the two have met several times over the years. The first time Trump met the North Korean leader was in 2018.
Yes, Donald Trump defeated Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election and served as president.
According to US Customs and Border Protection data, during Trump's presidency, the administration built 458 miles (737 kilometers) of primary and secondary border barriers.
Donald Trump had a small cameo in 'Home Alone 2.' In the scene, he is giving directions to the main character, Kevin McAllister played by Macaulay Culkin. It was said that Trump wouldn't let the crew film in his building unless given a part.
Donald Trump explored a presidential run in 2000 as a candidate for the Reform Party. He then formed an exploratory committee and participated in some media appearances. However, he ultimately decided not to pursue the campaign further and dropped out of the race.
Sources: (BBC) (The Atlantic) (Forbes) (UVA Miller Center) (Times) (HuffPost) (The White House) (The Guardian) (Golfweek) (NPR) (Rolling Stone) (Britannica) (USA Today)
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