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Donald Rumsfeld is an American politician and businessman who served as the 13th United States Secretary of Defense from 1975 to 1977 under President Gerald Ford, and again from 2001 to 2006 under President George W. Bush. He is the only person to have held the office twice. Rumsfeld was born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 9, 1932. He attended Princeton University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1954. He then attended Georgetown University Law Center, where he earned a Juris Doctor degree in 1957. Rumsfeld began his career in politics in 1962, when he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 13th congressional district. He served in the House until 1969, when he was appointed by President Richard Nixon to serve as Director of the Office of Economic Opportunity. Rumsfeld served as Secretary of Defense from 1975 to 1977 under President Gerald Ford, and again from 2001 to 2006 under President George W. Bush. During his tenure, he was responsible for overseeing the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Rumsfeld has also served as a corporate executive, most notably as CEO of G.D. Searle & Company from 1977 to 1985. He is currently a senior advisor to the investment firm Cerberus Capital Management. Rumsfeld has been awarded numerous honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States. He is also the author of several books, including Known and Unknown: A Memoir and Rumsfeld's Rules: Leadership Lessons in Business, Politics, War, and Life.

Popular As Donald Henry Rumsfeld (Rummy, Donny, Mad Dog)
Occupation actor,writer
Age 90 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 9 July, 1932
Birthday 9 July
Birthplace Chicago, Illinois, USA
Nationality United States

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Donald Rumsfeld Height, Weight & Measurements

At 90 years old, Donald Rumsfeld height is 5' 7½" (1.71 m) .

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Height 5' 7½" (1.71 m)
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Who Is Donald Rumsfeld's Wife?

His wife is Joyce Pierson (27 December 1954 - present) ( 3 children)

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Wife Joyce Pierson (27 December 1954 - present) ( 3 children)
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Donald Rumsfeld Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Donald Rumsfeld worth at the age of 90 years old? Donald Rumsfeld’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Donald Rumsfeld's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Actor

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2009

He is a writer, known for 4 (2009), America's Newest Sweethearts (2021) and Sammy and Company (1975).

2006

Resigned as Secretary of Defense on November 6, 2006. His resignation was announced by President George W. Bush on November 8, 2006.

2001

U.S. Secretary of Defense under President George W. Bush (2001-2006); previously served in that position from 1975-1977 under President Gerald Ford.

1970

Having served as Secretary of Defense under both Gerald Ford (he was also chief of staff to that president in the mid-1970s) and 'George W. Bush', Donald Rumsfeld has the distinction of being both the youngest and the oldest Defense Secretary in U.S. history.

1932

Donald Rumsfeld was born on July 9, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois, USA as Donald Henry Rumsfeld.

1904

Son of George Donald Rumsfeld (b. Illinois, 10 October 1904, d. September 1974), who worked on Real Estate, and wife Jeannette Huster (b. Illinois, 27 May 1903, d. 3 May 1988).