Results: Trump and His Business Failures
President Trump delved into some business ventures that ultimately failed. Here are a few unrelated to his hotel and casino failures.
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1.
Trump Shuttle (1989–1992): Trump purchased Eastern Air Shuttle for $365 million, aiming to turn it into a luxury carrier. It never turned a profit and was eventually turned over to creditors. Have you ever flown? Yes
59%
•
947 votes
No
19%
•
303 votes
Not Applicable
22%
•
350 votes
2.
2.
Trump University (2005–2010): A for-profit education venture that was not an accredited university. It shuttered amid multiple lawsuits alleging fraud; Trump eventually settled for $25 million in 2016. Do you have a college degree? Yes
41%
•
661 votes
No
37%
•
594 votes
Not Applicable
22%
•
345 votes
3.
3.
Trump Mortgage (2006–2007): Launched just before the housing market collapse. It closed within 18 months, partly due to the timing and the hiring of an executive with exaggerated credentials. Do you have a mortgage? Yes
20%
•
317 votes
No
58%
•
924 votes
Not Applicable
22%
•
359 votes
4.
4.
Trump Steaks (2007): Sold exclusively through The Sharper Image and QVC. It was discontinued after just two months due to poor sales. Have you ever bought steaks that were delivered through the mail? Yes
14%
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221 votes
No
64%
•
1023 votes
Not Applicable
22%
•
356 votes
5.
5.
GoTrump.com (2006–2007): A luxury travel search engine powered by Travelocity. It lasted about a year before being shut down. Do you ever use Travelocity or similar travel search engines? Yes
27%
•
431 votes
No
50%
•
792 votes
Not Applicable
24%
•
377 votes
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6.
Trump Vodka (2006–2011): Marketed as "Success Distilled." It failed to gain a foothold in the competitive liquor market and production ceased in 2011. Do you drink beverages that contain alcohol? (cough medicine does not count) Yes
39%
•
631 votes
No
38%
•
600 votes
Not Applicable
23%
•
369 votes
7.
7.
Trump Magazine (2007–2009): A lifestyle publication targeting affluent readers. It folded shortly after the 2008 financial crisis began. Do you subscribe to any magazines? Yes
22%
•
353 votes
No
56%
•
899 votes
Not Applicable
22%
•
348 votes
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