George W Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump, Joe Biden
Washington: Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump is set to become the United States President yet again and he delivered a power-packed victory speech ahead of the formal announcement of US election results 2024. Trump’s speech came as he gained momentum in the race, with early results showing a strong performance in key battleground states, positioning him closer to a potential victory.
Trump won Florida, a state that has shifted strongly to Republicans in recent elections. He also secured early wins in traditionally Republican states like Texas, South Carolina, and Indiana, while Harris won Democratic strongholds such as New York, Massachusetts, and Illinois.
The race was very close, with some experts believing Kamala Harris60, held a slight lead over Donald Trump, 78, in key states like Pennsylvania. During her campaign, Harris focused on issues that resonated with many voters. As Trump hopes to secure a second term, here is a list of United States Presidents so far.
The United States has had 46 presidents, each shaping the nation across vastly different eras, from its founding through modern times. Beginning with George Washington, who set many foundational precedents, presidents like Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln expanded and preserved the nation. Theodore Roosevelt and Franklin D. Roosevelt introduced sweeping reforms during times of crisis, while leaders like John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan symbolized American ideals during pivotal global events. In recent decades, figures such as Barack Obama and Donald Trump brought transformative changes, highlighting diverse visions for America’s future. Each president has left a unique legacy that continues to influence the U.S.
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1. George Washington |
1789–1797 |
First president, set many precedents, avoided party affiliations. |
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2. John Adams |
1797–1801 |
Federalist, avoided war with France, Alien and Sedition Acts. |
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3. Thomas Jefferson |
1801–1809 |
Louisiana Purchase, Lewis and Clark Expedition, Democratic-Republican. |
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4. James Madison |
1809–1817 |
“Father of the Constitution,” War of 1812. |
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5. James Monroe |
1817–1825 |
Monroe Doctrine, “Era of Good Feelings.” |
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6. John Quincy Adams |
1825–1829 |
Promoted scientific advancements, controversial election. |
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7. Andrew Jackson |
1829–1837 |
Known for populism, Trail of Tears, opposed National Bank. |
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8. Martin Van Buren |
1837–1841 |
Faced economic Panic of 1837, advocated for independent treasury. |
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9. William Henry Harrison |
1841 |
Died 32 days into office, shortest presidency. |
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10. John Tyler |
1841–1845 |
First VP to become president upon death of predecessor. |
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11. James K. Polk |
1845–1849 |
Expanded U.S. borders, Mexican-American War. |
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12. Zachary Taylor |
1849–1850 |
Military hero, died in office. |
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13. Millard Fillmore |
1850–1853 |
Compromise of 1850, last Whig president. |
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14. Franklin Pierce |
1853–1857 |
Kansas-Nebraska Act, unpopular with abolitionists. |
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15. James Buchanan |
1857–1861 |
Inaction on slavery, led into Civil War. |
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16. Abraham Lincoln |
1861–1865 |
Emancipation Proclamation, led Union in Civil War, assassinated. |
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17. Andrew Johnson |
1865–1869 |
Reconstruction era, first impeached president. |
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18. Ulysses S. Grant |
1869–1877 |
Civil War hero, dealt with corruption scandals. |
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19. Rutherford B. Hayes |
1877–1881 |
Ended Reconstruction, disputed election. |
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20. James A. Garfield |
1881 |
Assassinated after 6 months in office. |
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21. Chester A. Arthur |
1881–1885 |
Civil Service Reform, signed Pendleton Act. |
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22. Grover Cleveland |
1885–1889 |
Only president to serve two non-consecutive terms. |
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23. Benjamin Harrison |
1889–1893 |
Grandson of William Henry Harrison, Sherman Antitrust Act. |
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24. Grover Cleveland |
1893–1897 |
Dealt with economic depression, Pullman Strike. |
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25. William McKinley |
1897–1901 |
Led during Spanish-American War, assassinated. |
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26. Theodore Roosevelt |
1901–1909 |
Progressive reforms, Panama Canal, “Square Deal.” |
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27. William Howard Taft |
1909–1913 |
Later served as Chief Justice, continued reforms. |
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28. Woodrow Wilson |
1913–1921 |
Led during WWI, pushed for League of Nations. |
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29. Warren G. Harding |
1921–1923 |
Teapot Dome scandal, died in office. |
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30. Calvin Coolidge |
1923–1929 |
“Silent Cal,” promoted business, lowered taxes. |
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31. Herbert Hoover |
1929–1933 |
Great Depression began under his leadership. |
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32. Franklin D. Roosevelt |
1933–1945 |
New Deal, WWII, served four terms, died in office. |
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33. Harry S. Truman |
[1945–1953 |
Ended WWII, began Cold War, Korean War. |
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34. Dwight D. Eisenhower |
1953–1961 |
WWII general, Interstate Highway System. |
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35. John F. Kennedy |
1961–1963 |
Cuban Missile Crisis, assassinated. |
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36. Lyndon B. Johnson |
1963–1969 |
Civil Rights Act, Great Society, escalated Vietnam War. |
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37. Richard Nixon |
1969–1974 |
Ended Vietnam War, resigned over Watergate scandal. |
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38. Gerald Ford |
1974–1977 |
Pardoned Nixon, dealt with economic challenges. |
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39. Jimmy Carter |
1977–1981 |
Camp David Accords, Iran Hostage Crisis. |
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40. Ronald Reagan |
1981–1989 |
Reaganomics, ended Cold War tensions. |
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41. George H. W. Bush |
1989–1993 |
Gulf War, end of Cold War, recession. |
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42. Bill Clinton |
1993–2001 |
Economic prosperity, impeachment over scandal. |
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43. George W. Bush |
2001–2009 |
9/11 attacks, War on Terror, Great Recession. |
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44. Barack Obama |
2009–2017 |
Affordable Care Act, ended Iraq War, economic recovery. |
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45. Donald Trump |
2017–2021 |
Tax reforms, impeachment, COVID-19 pandemic response. |
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46. Joe Biden |
2021–present |
COVID-19 recovery, withdrawal from Afghanistan, climate initiatives. |
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