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
51%
•
138 votes
No
21%
•
57 votes
Not Applicable
28%
•
75 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
37%
•
100 votes
No
36%
•
97 votes
Not Applicable
27%
•
73 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
17%
•
47 votes
No
55%
•
148 votes
Not Applicable
28%
•
75 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
15%
•
41 votes
No
57%
•
154 votes
Not Applicable
28%
•
75 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
26%
•
70 votes
No
44%
•
120 votes
Not Applicable
30%
•
80 votes
6.
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
35%
•
95 votes
No
38%
•
102 votes
Not Applicable
27%
•
73 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
24%
•
64 votes
No
49%
•
132 votes
Not Applicable
27%
•
74 votes
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