(DailyAnswer.org) – President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly set to be named TIME magazine’s Person of the Year, according to a report from Politico. The magazine is expected to reveal the cover on Thursday, December 12, with Trump marking the occasion by ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange.
Trump, who was previously honored with TIME’s Person of the Year title in 2016, earned the recognition after his surprise victory over Hillary Clinton. This year, his win in the 2024 election makes him the magazine’s likely choice once again.
Trump’s 2024 victory is being described as one of the most significant political comebacks in modern history. After losing the 2020 election to President Joe Biden and refusing to accept the results, Trump managed to reshape the American electorate during his latest campaign. His support from young male voters helped him win the popular vote for the first time and turn every key swing state red.
At age 78, Trump is set to become the oldest president in U.S. history when he takes office. His victory also comes with a controversial footnote—earlier this year, a New York jury convicted him on 34 counts of fraud, making him the first-ever convicted felon to win the presidency.
During his 2024 campaign, Trump focused heavily on two main priorities: the economy and border security. He has promised to impose tariffs on major trade partners, including Canada, Mexico, and China. While this has raised concerns among economists, Trump’s supporters believe these moves will strengthen American businesses. He has also begun announcing his Cabinet picks, which have sparked debate due to their bold and divisive nature.
Trump is not the only figure who was considered for this year’s TIME Person of the Year title. Other contenders reportedly included Vice President Kamala Harris, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Elon Musk, podcast host Joe Rogan, and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
In past years, TIME has recognized a variety of leaders and cultural icons. President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris shared the honor in 2020. Elon Musk was named in 2021, followed by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky in 2022, and pop star Taylor Swift in 2023.
The official announcement of TIME magazine’s Person of the Year will come Thursday morning, December 12.
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