Following his 2024 presidential election victory, Donald Trump is expected to be named Time Magazine‘s 2024 Person of the Year. The announcement is set to be made on Thursday, marking another significant recognition in Trump’s long career, which has spanned reality television, business, and politics.
The Shortlist
On Monday, NBC’s The Today Show unveiled the shortlist for Time‘s Person of the Year, featuring Donald Trump, Vice President Kamala Harris, Kate Middleton, Elon Musk, and Benjamin Netanyahu. Although the accolade is supposed to be kept secret, anonymous sources have suggested Trump is set to win the title, as reported by Politico.
Sources familiar with the matter say that Trump will also make an appearance at the New York Stock Exchange to ring the ceremonial opening bell, an iconic symbol of American capitalism. Celebrities, politicians, and business leaders have long been invited to ring the bell during significant moments.
Trump’s anticipated recognition as Time‘s Person of the Year will add to his growing list of accolades. He was previously named Person of the Year in 2016, after his surprise election victory. This time, however, the decision is expected to reflect his continued influence on both American politics and the global stage. The magazine’s selection is expected to be officially announced Thursday morning, though Time declined to confirm the choice in advance.
In addition to his appearance at the Stock Exchange, Trump’s potential recognition as Person of the Year comes at a time when his influence in politics is being widely discussed as the beginning of his next term in office draws nearer.
Controversy
While Time‘s Person of the Year traditionally recognizes those who have made the most significant impact on the world in the past year, the selection of Trump may not be without controversy. Critics argue that his influence, particularly after his presidency, continues to polarize the country. However, it cannot be denied that Trump has maintained an outsized presence in both American politics and the media landscape, making his inclusion in the running for Person of the Year a logical choice.
Whether Trump’s Person of the Year recognition will be met with widespread approval or controversy remains to be seen, but it is clear that the former and soon-to-be current president continues to be a significant figure in American public life.
