Donald Trump Named Time's 2024 Person of the Year
The historic recognition highlights Trump's political comeback, but draws both praise and criticism.
- Donald Trump was named Time magazine's 2024 Person of the Year, marking his second time receiving the title after first winning it in 2016.
- Time cited Trump's political resurgence, his reshaping of the American presidency, and his influence on global politics as key reasons for the selection.
- The recognition has sparked divided reactions, with critics pointing to Trump's legal controversies and past actions, while supporters celebrate his return to prominence.
- Trump's interview with Time included a detailed fact-check of 15 statements, a first for a Person of the Year designee, addressing claims about border security, voter support, and more.
- Time's editor-in-chief Sam Jacobs described the decision as 'obvious,' emphasizing the historic nature of Trump's comeback and its impact on American politics.