Staff Reports
Time magazine has officially crowned President-elect Donald Trump as its Person of the Year for 2024. This announcement follows the magazine’s established tradition of recognizing the victor of the U.S. presidential election, a gala that includes past winners like George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Apparently, the magazine thought it was only fitting to honor the man who not only took back the White House but did so with a showman’s flair that would make even the most seasoned politicians green with envy.
According to Time’s Editor-in-Chief, the decision this year was refreshingly simple compared to previous electoral editions. The magazine has been often criticized for its attempt to play kingmaker rather than just report the news, but in this instance, they seem to have recognized a straightforward reality—Trump is back, baby. He was cited as a leading figure in Google’s top searches of 2024, proving that the public’s interest in him is as fervent as ever. It seems that Trump’s brand of politics, celebrity, and entertainment doesn’t just grab headlines; it captures hearts and minds around the nation and beyond.
MAN OF THE HOUR: President-elect Trump has been named TIME's 2024 Person of the Year. pic.twitter.com/yPB9dYCOto
— Fox News (@FoxNews) December 12, 2024
In a year characterized by everything from Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu wrestling with Hamas to Elon Musk’s continuous antics with Tesla and Twitter, Trump’s return to the forefront stands out decisively. Time’s list of other nominees reads like a who’s who of the liberal elite. Among them, Kamala Harris and Joe Biden who have shared the spotlight before—clearly hoping that nostalgia will carry them. However, a British royal and a pop-culture sensation like Kate Middleton pales in comparison to the sheer magnetism of Trump. One might ask how a member of the royal family or a late-night comedian stands a chance against a titan of American politics.
As Time rolls out its issue featuring Trump, attention inevitably shifts to the choices they could have made instead. This year’s pool of nominees included the likes of soundbite-star Joe Rogan and climate crusader Greta Thunberg, who apparently can’t stay away from the media’s fickle embrace. In contrast, Trump’s resurgence isn’t just a moment; it’s a movement—an undeniable force in American culture.
This magazine shift from a pop star like Taylor Swift last year to a commanding political figure simply underscores the dramatic changes we’re witnessing in national discourse. Swift had the stage to dazzle crowds with overpriced ticket sales and over-the-top stagecraft, but Trump revitalizes a political landscape with his unabashed presence and relentless drive. Love him or hate him, there’s no doubt that Time is acknowledging a monumental moment in American history, showcasing a figure who has clearly left a mark that even Taylor Swift’s glittering Eras Tour can’t overshadow.
