Teetotal Trump and the return of abstemiousness
To turn our backs on the gentle, humane ritual of drinking and sharing wine is to impoverish life.
ByDonald Trump
Donald John Trump, born in 1946, is president of the United States, after beating Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. His previous term in office was from 2017 to 2021. His first presidency was marked by drama and controversy. Find our latest news and comment here.
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