Top 20 General Knowledge Facts Every American Should Know in 2025
Updated: Aug 22, 2025
General Knowledge is not just for students preparing for exams—it helps everyone stay informed and confident. Here are 20 unique and updated GK facts specially selected for US readers in 2025.
- The Current US President (2025): Donald Trump is serving as the 47th President of the United States, inaugurated on January 20, 2025.
- The Longest River in the US: The Missouri River is the longest, stretching about 2,341 miles.
- The First Capital of the US: New York City was the nation’s first capital before Washington, D.C.
- Largest US State by Area: Alaska is the largest state, covering more than 663,000 square miles.
- NASA’s Latest Mission: In 2025, NASA continues work on the Artemis program, aiming to return humans to the Moon.
- The US National Bird: The Bald Eagle symbolizes freedom and strength.
- World’s Largest Economy: The United States remains the largest economy, contributing over $27 trillion in GDP.
- US National Sport: While baseball is called the "national pastime," American football is the most popular sport today.
- Number of States: The US consists of 50 states, with Hawaii the last to join in 1959.
- The US Independence Day: Celebrated every year on July 4th since 1776.
- Largest Tech Hub: Silicon Valley, California, is home to leading companies like Apple, Google, and Meta.
- Official US Currency: The United States Dollar (USD) is the most widely used reserve currency worldwide.
- US National Anthem: "The Star-Spangled Banner" was written during the War of 1812.
- The Statue of Liberty: A gift from France in 1886, it stands as a symbol of freedom and democracy.
- First Man on the Moon: Neil Armstrong, an American astronaut, in 1969.
- US Highest Court: The Supreme Court, located in Washington D.C., is the final authority on law.
- World’s Largest Military Budget: The US spends more than $800 billion annually on defense.
- Most Populous US State: California, with nearly 40 million residents.
- Official US Motto: "In God We Trust."
- Newest Federal Holiday: Juneteenth (June 19) commemorates the end of slavery in 1865.
Quick Quiz
Test your knowledge with these questions:
- Who is the current President of the United States (2025)?
- Which river is the longest in the US?
- What was the first capital city of the United States?
- Which program aims to return humans to the Moon?
- Which US holiday commemorates the end of slavery?
Answers: (1) Donald Trump, (2) Missouri River, (3) New York City, (4) Artemis, (5) Juneteenth.
