Felony Convictions
Guilty on 34 Felony Counts of Falsifying Business Records
A Manhattan jury unanimously found Trump guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. The records were falsified to conceal a $130,000 hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels in order to influence the 2016 presidential election. He became the first former or sitting U.S. president ever convicted of a felony.
Sentenced — Conviction Remains on Record
Judge Juan Merchan sentenced Trump to an unconditional discharge, meaning no jail time or fine — but the 34-count felony conviction remains. Trump entered the White House as the first U.S. president to hold office with a felony criminal record. His appeal was formally filed in October 2025 and remains pending.
Constitutional Violations
Executive Order Attempting to End Birthright Citizenship
Within hours of his inauguration, Trump signed an executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship for children of non-citizens — a right guaranteed by the 14th Amendment. Multiple federal courts immediately blocked it. On February 13, 2025, U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled the order was likely unconstitutional.
Alien Enemies Act Deportations Without Due Process
Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan nationals without due process — a violation of the Fifth Amendment, which guarantees due process protections to all persons, not just citizens. Multiple judges issued restraining orders. The Supreme Court ruled the government must provide individuals the right to challenge their removal.
Illegal Freeze of Congressionally Appropriated Funds
Trump froze nearly all U.S. humanitarian and development spending, funds Congress had already approved and appropriated. A federal judge blocked the freeze, ruling Trump lacked constitutional authority to withhold funds Congress had designated by law. A coalition of 22 state attorneys general filed suit alongside the ACLU.
DOE Cancelled Clean Energy Grants Based on How States Voted
A U.S. District Court ruled that the Trump Department of Energy violated the Constitution's equal protection requirements by cancelling $7.5 billion in federal grants — every single cancelled project was in a state that voted Democratic in 2024. The court found defendants "freely admit" the terminations were based on electoral support for Trump.
39+ Judges From Both Parties Have Ruled Against His Actions
In the first months of his second term, at least 39 judges appointed by five different presidents — including Trump himself — ruled against his overreaching executive actions. Courts blocked attempts to end birthright citizenship, target political opponents with investigations, freeze congressional funding, and cut off funding based on political disagreements.
Corruption & Conflicts of Interest
Elon Musk Given Unchecked Access to Federal Government Systems
Trump appointed billionaire Elon Musk to lead DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency), giving him sweeping access to federal payment and data systems. Musk's companies — including SpaceX and Tesla — have billions in federal contracts, creating a direct and unresolved conflict of interest. Courts found many DOGE actions violated federal law and constitutional limits on Congressional oversight.
Defied Court Orders in Roughly One-Third of All Cases Against Him
A Washington Post analysis found that by mid-2025, the Trump administration had defied judges and courts in roughly one-third of all cases brought against it — an action legal experts described as unprecedented for any presidential administration in U.S. history.
225 Judges Ruled Mandatory Detention Policy Violates Due Process
As of November 28, 2025, at least 225 judges had ruled in more than 700 cases that the Trump administration's mandatory immigration detention policy — which also strips people of the ability to seek release from immigration court — is a likely violation of the law and the constitutional right to due process.
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Last updated: April 2026 · Sources linked on each card · All figures from government records, GAO reports, or verified news trackers.
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How Does He Stack Up?
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Documented Quotes
Every quote below is verbatim, verified by primary audio/video recordings, court records, or contemporaneous transcripts from major news organizations.
On Kissing and Groping Women Without Consent
"I just start kissing them. It's like a magnet. Just kiss. I don't even wait. And when you're a star, they let you do it. You can do anything. Grab 'em by the pussy. You can do anything."
Recorded on a hot mic on the Access Hollywood bus in 2005. The tape's authenticity has never been disputed. Trump apologized for the remarks in October 2016. The tape was later used as evidence in E. Jean Carroll's civil trial, in which a jury found Trump liable for sexual abuse and ordered him to pay $5 million.
Referring to His Own Daughter as "a Piece of Ass"
When Howard Stern asked if he could call Ivanka "a piece of ass," Trump replied: "Yeah."
In a 2004 appearance on The Howard Stern Show, Trump agreed when Stern asked if he could refer to his own daughter Ivanka in those terms. CNN aired segments of these Howard Stern interviews in October 2016 alongside the Access Hollywood tape coverage.
Calling Mexican Immigrants Rapists and Criminals
"When Mexico sends its people, they're not sending their best… They're bringing drugs. They're bringing crime. They're rapists. And some, I assume, are good people."
Said during his presidential campaign announcement at Trump Tower, broadcast live. The remarks were widely condemned as xenophobic by civil rights organizations and elected officials from both parties.
"Very Fine People on Both Sides" — Charlottesville
"You had some very bad people in that group, but you also had people that were very fine people, on both sides."
Said at a White House press conference three days after a white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, where a counter-protester was killed when a rally participant drove a car into a crowd. Former Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush issued a joint statement condemning racial bigotry in response. Former President Obama separately responded on Twitter with a Nelson Mandela quote about hate and love that became the most-liked tweet in history at the time. Republican senators including John McCain and Bob Corker also publicly condemned the remarks.
Suggesting Injecting Disinfectant to Treat COVID-19
"And then I see the disinfectant, where it knocks it out in a minute. One minute. And is there a way we can do something like that, by injection inside or almost a cleaning?"
Said at a live nationally-televised White House briefing in front of the nation's top public health officials. Manufacturers of Lysol and Dettol issued emergency warnings telling people not to inject their products. The CDC reported a spike in poison control calls in the days following the remarks.
On Whether He Must Uphold the Constitution
When asked whether he had to uphold the U.S. Constitution, Trump replied: "I don't know."
In a recorded interview during his second term, when directly asked whether he was required to uphold the U.S. Constitution — the foundational oath of the presidency — Trump responded with "I don't know." The exchange was cited by the Center for American Progress in their legal analysis of constitutional violations during his second term.
Timeline of Key Events
Inaugurated as 45th President
Trump was sworn in as the 45th President of the United States. His inaugural approval rating of 45% was the lowest of any incoming president in the history of modern polling, according to Gallup. On his first day, he signed executive orders withdrawing the U.S. from the Trans-Pacific Partnership and beginning the rollback of the Affordable Care Act.
Muslim Travel Ban Signed — Immediate Legal Chaos
One week into office, Trump signed an executive order banning entry to citizens from seven Muslim-majority countries (Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen). It caused immediate chaos at airports, with visa holders detained mid-flight. Courts blocked it within days. A revised second version dropped Iraq to six countries; a third version was ultimately upheld by the Supreme Court in a 5–4 decision in June 2018.
National Security Advisor Michael Flynn Resigns After 24 Days
Flynn resigned after it emerged he had misled Vice President Pence about his conversations with Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak. Flynn later pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI. Trump had privately asked FBI Director Comey to "let this go," a request Comey documented in memos.
Trump Fires FBI Director James Comey
Trump abruptly fired Comey while he was leading an investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. Trump later told NBC News he was thinking of "this Russia thing" when he made the decision. The firing triggered the appointment of Special Counsel Robert Mueller.
"Very Fine People on Both Sides" — Charlottesville
Three days after a white nationalist rally in Charlottesville killed a counter-protester, Trump said there were "very fine people on both sides." Former Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush issued a joint condemnation of racial bigotry. Former President Obama responded separately on Twitter with a Nelson Mandela quote. Republican senators John McCain and Bob Corker also publicly rebuked the remarks.
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Signed
Trump signed the largest tax overhaul in decades, reducing corporate tax rates from 35% to 21% and cutting individual rates. The Congressional Budget Office estimated the law would add approximately $1.9 trillion to the national debt over 10 years. The bill passed with zero Democratic votes.
Longest Government Shutdown in U.S. History — 35 Days
Trump refused to sign any spending bill that did not include $5.7 billion for a border wall, triggering a 35-day shutdown — the longest in U.S. history — affecting 800,000 federal workers. He ultimately signed a bill with no wall funding. He later declared a national emergency to divert defense funds to the wall instead.
Disbanded the White House Pandemic Preparedness Office
The National Security Council's Global Health Security and Biodefense unit — established after the Ebola outbreak to coordinate a U.S. pandemic response — was disbanded and its director dismissed. When COVID-19 hit the U.S. in 2020, critics pointed to the elimination of this office as a key reason the administration's response was disorganized.
First Impeachment — Abuse of Power & Obstruction of Congress
The House voted to impeach Trump for pressuring Ukrainian President Zelensky to investigate Joe Biden in exchange for military aid, and for directing aides to defy congressional subpoenas. Trump was acquitted by the Republican-controlled Senate in February 2020. It was only the third presidential impeachment in U.S. history.
Suggested Injecting Disinfectant to Treat COVID-19
At a nationally televised briefing, Trump suggested looking into injecting disinfectant as a COVID-19 treatment. Lysol and Dettol issued emergency warnings. The CDC reported a spike in poison control calls. The U.S. would go on to record over 400,000 COVID deaths during his term.
New York Times: Trump Paid $750 in Federal Income Taxes in 2016 and 2017
The New York Times published an investigation based on Trump's tax returns showing he paid just $750 in federal income taxes in each of his first two years as president, and paid no federal income taxes at all in 10 of the previous 15 years. Trump called the report "fake news" but never released his returns to dispute it.
Lost 2020 Election — Refused to Concede, Filed 60+ Lawsuits
Biden won the 2020 presidential election. Trump refused to concede and filed more than 60 lawsuits in swing states alleging voter fraud. Every court, including those with Trump-appointed judges, rejected the claims. Attorney General William Barr — a Trump appointee — stated the DOJ found no evidence of widespread fraud sufficient to change the election outcome.
Capitol Attack — Trump Supporters Storm Congress
After a rally where Trump urged supporters to "fight like hell" and march to the Capitol, a mob stormed the U.S. Capitol, disrupting the certification of the 2020 election results. Five people died in connection with the attack, including one rioter shot by Capitol Police and a police officer who collapsed and died the following day after being assaulted. Four additional officers who responded to the attack later died by suicide. Approximately 140 police officers were injured, according to the Department of Justice. Trump did not act to stop the assault for over three hours.
Second Impeachment — Incitement of Insurrection
The House voted 232–197 to impeach Trump for inciting the January 6 Capitol attack — the first president impeached twice. Ten Republicans voted for impeachment. The Senate acquitted him on February 13, 2021, though seven Republican senators voted to convict — the most bipartisan impeachment vote in U.S. history.
Convicted on 34 Felony Counts
Manhattan jury unanimously convicts Trump on all 34 counts of falsifying business records — the first criminal conviction of a former or sitting U.S. president in history.
Sentenced — Felony Conviction Stands
Receives unconditional discharge — no jail, no fine — but the 34-count felony conviction remains on his record. He takes office 10 days later as the first president in U.S. history to hold office with a criminal conviction.
Inaugurated — Signs Record 26 Executive Orders on Day One
Returns to office as the 47th president, signing more executive orders on a single day than any president in history. Among them: an order attempting to end birthright citizenship (immediately blocked by courts), withdrawing from the WHO and Paris Agreement, and creating DOGE.
Funding Freeze Ruled Unconstitutional
Federal judge blocks Trump's freeze on congressionally appropriated funds, ruling he lacked authority to withhold money Congress had allocated by law. 22 state attorneys general filed suit alongside the ACLU.
39+ Judges From Both Parties Rule Against His Actions
Judges appointed by five different presidents — including Trump himself — rule against his executive overreach. Courts issue injunctions blocking attempts to end birthright citizenship, freeze funding, and target political opponents.
225 Judges Rule Immigration Detention Policy Violates Due Process
In more than 700 cases, 225 judges find the administration's mandatory immigration detention policy is a likely violation of the law and the constitutional right to due process.
Trump Appeals Felony Conviction
Lawyers file a 96-page appeal seeking to overturn all 34 felony counts. The conviction remains on record pending the outcome of the appeal.
Court Rules DOE Violated Equal Protection
$7.5 billion in clean energy grants cancelled based solely on which states voted Democratic in 2024. Federal court rules this violates the Constitution's equal protection guarantee.