Staff ReportsIn an epic display of once again proving the naysayers wrong, President-elect Donald Trump is set to make a triumphant appearance at the New York Stock Exchange to ring the opening bell. This auspicious occasion coincides with his recognition as TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year, a title that should probably come with a crown and a scepter at this point, given the magazine’s history of making questionable choices.
Sources with absolute authority, though sworn to secrecy for some inexplicable reason, have leaked that Trump will be strutting into Wall Street to kick off trading in a fashion that would make even the most ardent Wall Street bull proud. This symbolic gesture, the first of its kind since Reagan took his victory lap in the 1980s, serves as a nostalgic nod to the days when conservatism was embraced and celebrated rather than demonized by the media elite.
The Trump camp has already been buzzing about his previously won title as Person of the Year back in 2016. It’s almost as if TIME Magazine can’t help but fall back into their own trap of recognizing greatness despite their usual political leanings, as they previously managed to put a spotlight on the likes of Kamala Harris, Elon Musk, and others whose names don’t quite shine as brightly in comparison to the business mogul and potential future president. Mentioning Kate the Princess of Wales in the same breath only raises the eye-roll factor to the next level.
They tried to jail him and kill him. They stole an election from him.
If God wants Donald Trump to be president, then nothing Satan and the Deep State can do to stop him. Amen!https://t.co/Uz6jJBW3Mm— Shell Ofaman (@ShellOfaman22) December 12, 2024
Trump’s upcoming bell-ringing is rich with symbolism, embodying the essence of American capitalism—a hallmark that has made the nation thrive since even before most folks living today can remember. It’s worth noting that, despite his deep-rooted ties to New York’s business landscape, this will be Trump’s inaugural ring of the bell. Perhaps it was a matter of waiting for the right moment rather than an oversight.
To add a sprinkle of irony to this all, other public figures have taken part in this ritual, including celebrities and philanthropic personalities. For instance, Melania Trump rang the bell during her husband’s first term to uplift her “Be Best” initiative, which, unlike some celebrity endorsements, actually aimed for something productive. Last year, TIME’s nod went to Taylor Swift, a pop icon with a penchant for stirring up controversy but offering little in terms of real-world achievement. With Trump leading the charge this time, it’s clear whose respect is genuinely earned in a world where merit has often been sidelined for media narratives.
