Donald Trump's first business venture was a failed real estate project in 1970 called "Taj Mahal Casino Resort" in

Donald Trump's first business venture was a failed real estate project in 1970 called "Taj Mahal Casino Resort" in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

The project, which was expected to be a luxurious casino and hotel, was plagued by financial difficulties and ultimately filed for bankruptcy in 1990, just three years after it opened. The Taj Mahal has since become a notorious symbol of Trump's failed business ventures, but it has also become a notable example of his ability to recover from failure and rebrand himself as a successful businessman. Despite its initial failure, the Taj Mahal has remained open to this day, a testament to the enduring power of Trump's brand.