Trump Named TIME Magazine’s ‘Person of the Year’ Once Again!

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According to sources, President-elect Donald Trump has been named the 2024 Person of the Year, according to Politico. On Thursday morning, Trump will unveil the magazine’s cover and mark the event by ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange.

Trump, previously named TIME’s Person of the Year in 2016 following his unexpected victory over Hillary Clinton, was chosen again in 2024 after a remarkable political comeback. His victory in the 2024 election, which saw him win the popular vote for the first time and flip all swing states red, marked a significant shift in the American electorate, particularly among young male voters.

TIME’s description of Trump highlights his historic 2024 win, making him the oldest president in U.S. history. Despite being convicted of fraud earlier that year, Trump’s election has been seen as groundbreaking. His campaign centered around economic issues and border security, with promises to implement tariffs on top trading partners like Mexico, Canada, and China. These policies have raised concerns among economists, while his controversial Cabinet appointments have sparked debate.

Other notable figures considered for the title included Vice President Kamala Harris, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Princess of Wales Kate Middleton, Elon Musk, Russian economist Yulia Navalnaya, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. TIME’s past Person of the Year selections have included Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in 2020, Elon Musk in 2021, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in 2022, and Taylor Swift in 2023.