Timeline (New Age of Progress)

== Mid-To-Late 2020's ==
=== 2024: ===
* Donald Trump is found guilty for his role in the January 6th attack on the United States Capitol, leading to mass protests from his supporters. He is subsequently barred from office under the 14th Amendment afterwards, leading to Nikki Haley becoming the nominee.
* Former President Jimmy Carter passes away at age 99 on Valentines Day.
* Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is assassinated in a car-bomb attack from Hamas terrorists, resulting in a further escalation of the Israeli-Palestinian war.
* The 2024 Summer Olympics takes place in Paris, France.
* Joe Biden wins the 2024 election defeating the Republican ticket of Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy. While the Democrats lose control of the senate to Republicans (49-51), they still manage to take back the house by a small margin (219-216).
=== 2025: ===
* The plot for a deadlier attack on the Capitol is foiled by the FBI.
* Hakeem Jeffries becomes the 57th Speaker of the House, replacing Mike Johnson.
* Joe Biden is inaugurated for a second term in office.
* British PM Rishi Sunak loses the UK General Election to Labour Party leader Keir Starmer.
* Grand Theft Auto 6 is released on February 20th, to rave reviews.
* The MAGA Movement's influence on the Republican party begins to wane, as they begin to distance themselves from it.
* Nintendo announces a successor to the Nintendo Switch, named the Twist, which is to make its debut in late 2026.
* Robert Kagan, a well-known critic of Donald Trump, releases a book titled "It Almost Happened Here", detailing what a Second Trump presidency would've looked like, and what can be done to ensure America never faces another threat to its democracy ever again. The book, released on July 4th, is well-received by critics.
* Mexico wins the bid to host the 2036 Olympics.
* On September 21st, in what would be regarded as the 2nd deadliest domestic terrorist attack in the US since the Oklahoma City Bombing, a series of bombings occurs in the New York City Subway and DC Metro, killing 126 people and injuring over 200. The attack was carried out by MAGA extremists Jared Eldritch (b. 1979) and Kyle Quincy (b. 1983) in revenge for Trump's guilty verdict, and Joe Biden's second victory. The original plot was to assassinate President Biden himself during his 9/11 memorial speech at the Pentagon, but it was abandoned due to high security. The two would be found guilty in January 2026, and be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
* Genshin Impact II is released on October 12th.
* Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre defeats Justin Trudeau in the 2025 Canadian federal election, becoming the new Prime Minister of Canada.
* Democrat Abigail Spanberger defeats Republican Amanda Chase in the Virginia Gubernatorial Election, while Steven Fulop defeats Jack Ciattarelli in the New Jersey Election.
* New York City Mayor Eric Adams wins the 2025 mayoral election.
* Former House Speaker Mike Johnson announces his resignation from the house, effective on January 1st, 2026. A special election would be held on Valentines Day to take his place.
=== 2026: ===
* On the 5th anniversary of January 6th, President Biden awards medals of freedom to the Capitol Police officers who risked their lives in defending the Capitol.
* The Russo-Ukrainian war ends with the Valentines Day Revolution, with Vladimir Putin being toppled from power and subsequently executed for war crimes against Ukraine.
* The 2026 Winter Olympics take place in the Italian cities of Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.
* Elon Musk renounces his ownership of X (formerly Twitter) to Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, the latter of which renames it to Sonnenblume (German for Sunflower). As such, the social media platform becomes more heavily regulated, with many users that have been reinstated by Musk, including former president Trump and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, being banned once again.
* Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley passes away at the age of 91, on April 9th. A special election would be held during the midterms.
* The 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, happening during the 250th anniversary of the declaration of independence. Joe Biden gives a speech at one of the games, saying that while America celebrates landmark anniversary, there is still work to be done to get the country back on track.
* Britain wins the 2026 World Cup. In celebration, a new version of "Three Lions" is released, appropriately named "It's Coming Home From America".
* On the 25th Anniversary of 9/11, former President Donald Trump dies of a hemorrhagic stroke in the DC Jail. Because of his attempts to overthrow the 2020 election and destroy American democracy, he is only given a private funeral by his family. He is later cremated, with is ashes being unceremoniously dumped into the Gulf of Mexico.
* Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas suffers a heart attack during oral arguments of an impending gerrymandering case known as "Johnson v. Ongar" on October 29th. He would later announce his retirement due to health issues on December 25th.
* Argentinian President Javier Milei is assassinated in a car-bomb attack by left-wing nationalists after attending a conference in Buenos Aires.
* Democrats gain a bigger house majority (226-209) and take back the senate (53-47) in the 2026 midterm elections. As a result, the House Freedom Caucus of the Republican Party dissolves due to low membership.
* The Nintendo Twist is released on November 12th.
* Vice President Kamala Harris announces her bid for the 2028 presidential election during a Thanksgiving ceremony at the White House.
=== 2027: ===
* Outgoing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announces his bid for the 2028 presidential election during his farewell address on January 3rd.
* Switzerland wins the bid to host the 2030 Winter Olympics.
* Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley announces her bid for the 2028 presidential election on February 14th.
* New Jersey Senator Cory Booker announces his 2028 presidential bid on March 11th.
* The Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago is completed after multiple setbacks.
* South Carolina Senator Tim Scott announces his 2028 presidential bid on April 20th.
* The House and Senate unanimously vote to codify Roe v. Wade, restoring the nationwide right to an abortion following its overturning in 2022.
* Joe Biden Nominates DC Circuit Judge Cornelia Pillard to replace Clarence Thomas following his retirement. She is later confirmed by the senate, and assumes the position on June 11th.
* Sony announces the PlayStation 6, scheduled for release in late 2029.
* Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump, launches his career as a social media influencer, with the moniker "The Barronator". Because he is the son of a controversial president, many fear that he may become "America's Andrew Tate".
* On June 30th, the Supreme Court rules in favor of Johnson in "Johnson v. Ongar", making gerrymandering unconstitutional.
* Former Virginia Governor Glen Youngkin announces his 2028 presidential bid on July 12th.
* Former California Governor Gavin Newsom announces his 2028 presidential run on August 9th.
* The first Democratic debate occurs on September 19th, 2027.
* The first Republican debate occurs on October 12th, 2027.
* The second Democratic debate occurs on November 2nd, 2027.
* The second Republican debate occurs on November 30th, 2027.
* Glen Youngkin drops out of the 2028 presidential bid on December 21st, endorsing Nikki Haley.
=== 2028: ===
* Cory Booker drops out of the 2028 race on January 12th.
* Nikki Haley wins the 2028 nomination during the Republican convention at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, with Tim Scott as her running mate.
* Kamala Harris wins the 2028 nomination during the Democratic convention at Barclays Center in New York City, NY, with Gavin Newsom as her running mate, and wins 49% of the popular vote.
* The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics takes place.
* Microsoft announces the Xbox Omega, scheduled to make its debut in late 2029.
* Rockstar games releases a teaser trailer for Red Dead Redemption 3, set to be released as a launch title for both the PlayStation 6 and Xbox Omega.
* Disgraced comedian Bill Cosby passes away due to lung cancer on August 30th, 2028, at age 91.
* Disgraced Subway spokesperson Jared Fogle is released from prison on October 10th, 2028.
* Nikki Haley defeats Kamala Harris in the 2028 presidential election. Due to Haley's previous controversies, especially regarding her earlier support for Trump, a series of protests follows, but eventually die down in early December. Republicans also take back both the house (albeit with a slim majority, 220-215) and the senate (54-46).
=== 2029: ===
* Elise Stefanik becomes the 58th Speaker of the House of Representatives.
* Nikki Haley is inaugurated as America's first female president, as well as the 47th President of the United States in total.
* Phase 1 of the California High Speed Rail system from San Francisco to Anaheim opens a year ahead of schedule, on April 28th.
* Former First Lady Melania Trump announces a new gender-neutral clothing brand, simply named "Knauss" after her original first name prior to marrying the former president.
* Chinese President Xi Jinping passes away due to brain cancer, just 5 months shy of his 76th birthday, on February 20th. He is succeeded by Li Qiang the following day.
* Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway in New York City opens on April 20th after slight delays.
* Supreme Court Justice Samuel A. Alito announces his retirement on June 27th.
* Billie Eilish dies in a car accident in the Park Avenue Tunnel in New York City, on September 21st, at the age of 27. The car, a 2024 Honda Civic, was reported to have been going 67 MPH (108 KM/H) while the tunnel only allowed a speed limit of 35 MPH (56 KM/H), before crashing into an MTA bus that was not in service. The driver, Kurt Schroder (b. 1975), who was also killed in the wreck, was found to have been driving under the influence of alcohol, according to an autopsy report. Billie's funeral would be held a week later on the 28th.
* President Haley nominates DC Circuit Judge Emily Simpson as Alito's replacement in the Supreme Court.
* The PlayStation 6 makes its debut on September 18th, to rave reviews.
* The Xbox Omega debuts on October 12th, also to rave reviews.
* New Jersey Governor Steven Fulop is re-elected for a second term against Republican challenger James Winston.
* Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wins the 2029 mayoral election in New York City, becoming the city's first ever female mayor, and the 111th in total, defeating her Republican opponent Lee Zeldin.
== 2030's ==
=== 2030: ===
* On January 12th, Social Media Influencer Barron Trump is arrested by Chicago PD officers after participating in an illegal drag race on the I-294, the incident would later end up becoming a widespread meme on TikTok and Sonnenblume.
* A major terrorist plot to bomb 7 Amtrak trains mid-journey is foiled by the FBI.
* The 2030 Winter Olympics take place in Switzerland.
* Former Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas dies after a massive heart attack, just 2 months shy of his 82nd birthday, on March 21st.
* On June 24th, Rockstar announces a sequel to LA Noire, titled NY Noire. As the name suggests, the game is set in New York, in 1954, with Jack Kelso as the main protagonist. The game is anticipated for a release date in 2031.
* Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts announces his retirement on October 19th.
* Democrats fully take back the house with a bigger majority (245-190) and gain a small majority in the senate (52-48) in the 2030 Midterms.
=== 2031: ===
* On January 1st, former California Governor Gavin Newsom announces his run for the 2032 election.
* On February 22nd, England's King Charles III announces his abdication from the throne, passing it on to his son Prince William, who becomes King William V.
* US President Nikki Haley announces her 2032 re-election campaign on March 12th.
* Rockstar releases NY Noire on April 20th, to rave reviews.
* Barron Trump reaches 100 million subscribers on YouTube.
* Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman announces his run for the 2032 election on May 2nd.
* Former Vice President Kamala Harris announces her run for the 2032 election on June 21st.
* Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces his run for the 2032 election on July 4th.
* On August 22nd, Rockstar announces Grand Theft Auto 7, with a release date set for late 2032. The game is revealed to be set in Carcer City, which is a blend of well known cities in the Midwestern United States (Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, Indianapolis, etc.).
* Former US President Joe Biden passes away on August 30th, just 3 months shy of his 89th birthday. Biden, who was the oldest president to ever be elected at the age of 78, had been known for his efforts to restore normalcy in American politics, which had proven to be a rather difficult challenge thanks to his predecessor Donald Trump, as well as the Republican Party's extreme efforts to subvert American democracy. His funeral was held on September 6th, just 5 days before the 30th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.
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