Donald J. Trump, the former president of the United States, has made a historic political comeback by winning the 2024 presidential election. After a highly competitive race, Trump secured his place as the nation’s 47th president, marking his return to the White House after a one-term gap.
With results continuing to come in from various states giving a clear indication of a Trump victory, the Republican leader addressed his supporters at West Palm Beach in Florida, declaring victory and promising a “golden age of America”.
According to races called by the Associated Press up to 2 pm (IST), 267 electoral votes had gone to Republican candidate Trump and 224 to Democratic Party’s Harris. Trump was just three votes short of a victory.
But how old is Trump as he prepares to take on this monumental role once again? Born on June 14, 1946, Donald Trump is currently 78 years old. By the time he is inaugurated on January 20, 2025, he will be 78 years and 7 months old, making him the oldest person ever to assume the US presidency. This surpasses the record previously held by Joe Biden, who was 78 years and 2 months old when he took office in January 2021.
Trump’s age has been a point of discussion throughout his campaign, but the former president has repeatedly downplayed concerns about his health and stamina. “I’m as strong as ever,” Trump said at a rally in Florida. “I’ve got more energy than anyone, and we’re going to get things done—bigger and better than before.”
Despite his age, Trump has maintained a demanding campaign schedule, holding rallies across the country in the final weeks of the election. His political resurgence has drawn a mix of admiration from his supporters and scrutiny from critics, particularly regarding his capacity to manage the rigorous demands of the presidency for a second time at this advanced age.
Health and fitness in politics have become major topics of debate in the US in recent years, especially with both Trump and Biden being the oldest presidential candidates in the nation’s history. However, Trump’s physicians have previously attested to his robust health, and his supporters believe he is more than capable of handling another term.
As Trump prepares for his second non-consecutive term, questions remain about how his advanced age will impact his approach to governance and whether he will serve all four years. Regardless, at 78, Donald Trump has proven that age is no barrier to his enduring influence in American politics.
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