Will JD Vance be TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year 2025?
Will JD Vance be TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year 2025?
TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year is an annual publication that honors a person, group, or idea that “for better or worse… has done the most to influence the events of the year.”
Many political figures have received the title in the past, including Franklin D. Roosevelt, Joseph Stalin, Winston Churchill, Richard Nixon, and most recently, President Donald Trump.
While the president is naturally in the running for the title, Vice President JD Vance could receive it due to his influence and impact on US and global politics.
Continue reading to see if JD Vance is likely to be named TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year 2025.
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An Influential Figure in US Politics
While many US vice presidents often take a back seat role to the president, JD Vance continues to prove he’s happy for his voice to be heard.
He was a dominant and critical voice during President Trump’s White House clash with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy on February 28th, 2025. For example, he called Zelenskyy “ungrateful” while criticizing his choice of clothing.
Also, his America-first approach to US politics is likely to have a ripple effect on various economies worldwide, proving his global power and influence as Trump’s right-hand man.
Moreover, he has caught headlines for his public frustration with the United States’ close allies.
For instance, rather than focusing on the Russia-Ukraine conflict at the Munich Security Conference in February 2025, he criticized various nations for their approach to free speech and immigration.
Both incidents have undoubtedly raised JD Vance’s global profile. If he continues to be a loud, polarizing, and opinionated voice for the White House, he could be named TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year 2025.
JD Vance Has People Talking
According to Real Clear Politics, JD Vance is the most disliked vice president in US history, as his favorable rating is between 41.7% and 44.8%, which is worse than President Trump’s.
Whether you love or loathe him, there is no denying the world is talking about him, as his opinions and actions have captured headline after headline.
As TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year is often presented to a person for their influence “for better or worse,” he might be a natural choice for the title this year.
Donald Trump is a Frontrunner
TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year has a history of choosing US presidents, as they are one of the most influential figures on the planet. Former recipients include Harry Truman, Dwight Eisenhower, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama, to name a few.
Also, President Trump has received the honor twice during his political career, as he picked up the title in 2016 and 2024.
Due to his global influence and recent decision to impose economy-altering tariffs, he is the frontrunner to receive the Person of the Year award in 2025.
Elon Musk is Tough Competition
Of course, the title might go to his senior advisor, Elon Musk, due to his political, technological, and economic impact.
He regularly attracts international headlines thanks to his smart business decisions, bold opinions, and savvy investments.
Other possible recipients include Chinese President Xi Jinping, US podcaster Joe Rogan, Princess of Wales Kate Middleton, or singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, to name a few candidates.
