Differences between Donald-Trump- and Joe-Biden
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Donald Trump vs. Joe Biden[edit]
The presidencies of Donald Trump and Joe Biden represent contrasting approaches to governing and policy. Trump's "America First" agenda prioritized deregulation, tax cuts, and trade protectionism.[1][2] Biden has focused on strengthening social programs, investing in infrastructure, and international cooperation. These differences are reflected in their distinct policies on the economy, healthcare, immigration, and the environment.
Comparison Table[edit]
| Category | Donald Trump | Joe Biden |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | Characterized by tax cuts, deregulation, and trade protectionism, including tariffs on goods from various countries.[1] | Focused on infrastructure investment, strengthening the social safety net, and increasing taxes on corporations and high-income individuals.[3] |
| Healthcare | Sought to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA). | Aims to expand the ACA, increase subsidies, and introduce a public health insurance option.[4][5] |
| Immigration | Implemented restrictive policies, including the construction of a border wall and travel bans. | Reversed many of Trump's policies, halted border wall construction, and proposed pathways to citizenship for certain undocumented immigrants. |
| Climate Change | Withdrew the U.S. from the Paris Agreement and promoted fossil fuel production through deregulation. | Rejoined the Paris Agreement and set goals for a clean energy economy with significant investments in green technology. |
| Foreign Policy | Pursued an "America First" approach, questioning existing alliances and engaging in trade disputes. | Emphasized repairing alliances, strengthening international cooperation, and countering the influence of Russia and China. |
| Judicial Appointments | Appointed three Supreme Court justices and a significant number of conservative federal judges. | Appointed one Supreme Court justice and has focused on diversifying the federal judiciary with a record number of female and minority judges. |
Economic Policy[edit]
Donald Trump's economic strategy centered on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which significantly lowered corporate and individual income taxes.[1] His administration also pursued deregulation across various sectors and imposed tariffs to protect American industries.[1] In contrast, Joe Biden's economic plan, sometimes referred to as "Bidenomics," has focused on large-scale investments in infrastructure through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. His administration has also sought to increase spending on social programs and has proposed raising taxes on corporations and high earners to fund these initiatives.[3]
Foreign Policy[edit]
In foreign affairs, the Trump administration adopted an "America First" policy, which led to the United States withdrawing from several international agreements, including the Paris Agreement on climate change and the Iran nuclear deal. His approach was often characterized by a preference for unilateral action and a questioning of long-standing alliances. The Biden administration has worked to restore traditional alliances and re-engage with international institutions. Key foreign policy goals have included strengthening NATO, countering Russian aggression, and competing with China.
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "wikipedia.org". Retrieved December 04, 2025.
- ↑ "wikipedia.org". Retrieved December 04, 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "cfr.org". Retrieved December 04, 2025.
- ↑ "wikipedia.org". Retrieved December 04, 2025.
- ↑ "wikipedia.org". Retrieved December 04, 2025.
