US President Donald Trump has sparked fresh political debate after sharing his own ranking of American presidents, placing himself alone at the top under the category “The Greatest.”

Trump shared the ranking on Truth Social, presenting a six-tier classification of US presidents ranging from “The Greatest” to “Failures.” His personal assessment placed several of the country’s most historically prominent presidents below him.

Trump Places Himself Above Washington and Lincoln

According to the ranking, Trump is the only president placed in the highest category, “The Greatest.”

Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Thomas Jefferson and Andrew Jackson were placed in the next category, labeled “Great.” Theodore Roosevelt, Grover Cleveland, John Adams and James K. Polk were placed in the “Near Great” group.

The ranking is notable because Washington and Lincoln are traditionally regarded as among the most important figures in American presidential history. Trump’s decision to place himself above them has therefore attracted significant attention and criticism.

Biden and Obama Listed Among “Failures”

Trump also used the ranking to assess several more recent presidents.

Former presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama were placed in the “Failures” category. Jimmy Carter, Ulysses S. Grant and Warren G. Harding were also included in the same group.

The assessment is consistent with Trump’s long-running criticism of both Biden and Obama. Trump has frequently attacked Biden’s presidency and has also remained a strong critic of Obama-era policies.

Several Presidents Were Left Off the List

Another notable aspect of Trump’s ranking is that several prominent US presidents were not included.

Among the presidents reportedly absent from the chart are John F. Kennedy, Harry Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush, among others.

The ranking did not provide a detailed explanation for why certain presidents were omitted or what specific criteria were used to determine each category.

A Highly Subjective Assessment

Presidential rankings are inherently subjective. Historians and political scientists generally evaluate presidents using factors such as economic performance, foreign policy, leadership during crises, legislation, institutional impact and long-term historical influence.

Trump’s list, however, represents his own assessment rather than an independent historical ranking. The categories reflect his personal view of presidential performance and political legacy.

The ranking has consequently generated debate among supporters and critics, with supporters pointing to Trump’s claimed policy achievements while critics have questioned the criteria behind his assessment.

Trump’s Focus on His Political Legacy

The ranking also comes as Trump continues to emphasize his place in American history and his political record.

By placing himself above figures such as Washington and Lincoln, Trump is making an exceptionally strong claim about his own historical significance. The move is likely to remain part of the broader debate surrounding how his presidency will ultimately be remembered.

At the same time, public opinion and historical assessments can change considerably over time. A president's long-term standing is usually determined years or even decades after leaving office, as historians gain greater perspective on the consequences of policies and decisions.

What the Ranking Means

Trump’s presidential ranking is less a neutral historical assessment and more a reflection of his own political perspective.

The list places Trump at the very top, recognizes several historic presidents as “Great,” and sharply criticizes political opponents including Biden and Obama. Its publication has therefore become another example of the continuing political debate over presidential records, achievements and legacies.

Whether Trump will ultimately be regarded as one of America’s greatest presidents will depend on how historians and the American public evaluate his full record over time. For now, his latest ranking has once again placed the question of presidential legacy at the center of political discussion.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is based on publicly available reports. Presidential rankings mentioned above reflect Donald Trump’s personal assessment and should not be considered an independent historical ranking.