Mr Trump’s business links with Scotland began a decade ago when he promised to create a legacy to his mother.
His love of golf made the country the perfect base to expand the Trump empire into Europe, but controversy soon arose around planning, environmental issues and clashes with local people who refused to move from his proposed Aberdeenshire golf course and hotel site.
The billionaire was initially welcomed by leading politicians, with former first ministers Jack McConnell and Alex Salmond both accused of being too close to the businessman.
When plans for the Balmedie course were rejected by Aberdeenshire councillors, the decision was called in by the Scottish Government in a rare move and eventually given approval.
The Balmedie course eventually opened in 2012 and has been praised in golf circles, but it has little chance of hosting the major competitions Mr Trump would like to be associated with.
Mr Salmond had a much-publicised falling out with Mr Trump when the latter sought to block a wind farm development near the course.
In 2014, Mr Trump purchased Turnberry, a historic course in South Ayrshire which is already on the Open Championship rota.
The deal had little of the controversy around his Aberdeenshire development, with questions only raised over the decision to change the name of the resort to Trump Turnberry.
He travelled to Ayrshire in June for the official reopening of the resort following a £200 million refurbishment.
Sarah Malone, Executive Vice President, Trump International said: “On behalf of the entire team at Trump International in Aberdeen we send our heartfelt congratulations to Mr Trump and his family on this truly historic day.
“They have a fought an incredible campaign that has engaged the world and will define history.
“Donald J. Trump is a true visionary and a man of tremendous determination, conviction and skill, who will serve the people of the United States of America with unwavering passion and commitment.”
Mrs Clinton also has links with Scotland, having been awarded an honorary degree by St Andrews University in September 2013.
She was presented with a doctor of laws in recognition of her achievements as a politician and diplomat.
The award also marked her efforts to champion the causes of education, human rights, democracy, civil society and promoting opportunities for women around the world.
Last year, Ms Sturgeon stripped Mr Trump of his status as a business ambassador for Scotland when he suggested Muslims should be stopped from entering the US.
