Trump Casinos

Donald Trump entered the casino industry in the 1980s, establishing several properties in Atlantic City, New Jersey, through his company, Trump Entertainment Resorts. Notable among these were the Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino, Trump’s Castle (later Trump Marina), and the Trump Taj Mahal. Despite initial success, these ventures faced financial difficulties, leading to multiple bankruptcies. In 1991, the Trump Taj Mahal filed for bankruptcy due to overwhelming debt. Subsequent bankruptcies occurred in 2004, 2009, and 2014, affecting various Trump casino holdings. By 2016, Trump had divested from the Atlantic City casino market. Reflecting on his experience, Trump stated, “Atlantic City fueled a lot of growth for me,” despite the financial challenges his casinos faced.