'Senile Commander in Chief': Biden trolled for being left off TIME '100 Most Influential' list for 2024
WASHINGTON, DC: In a notable exclusion, President Joe Biden has failed to make TIME Magazine's prestigious "100 Most Influential People" list for 2024, marking the first time he has been left off during his presidency, as per Fox News.
This exclusion has sparked widespread mockery and criticism across social media, with many citing it as a reflection of the administration's declining influence and the oresident's perceived struggles.
Joe Biden's exclusion from TIME's '100 Most Influential People' list highlights departure from norm
Vice President Kamala Harris shares the spotlight of exclusion, further highlighting a departure from the norm. Even though they were not included, both Biden and Harris provided tributes celebrating other individuals featured in the list.
While Biden and his 2024 rival, former President Donald Trump, were both absent from the list, two notable governors found themselves among the selected individuals. Texas Republican Greg Abbott and California Democrat Gavin Newsom were recognized for their rising national profiles and potential future ambitions.
TIME's Senior Correspondent Philip Elliott praised Abbott as a "talented room reader" and "one of his party's most persuasive pitchmen," despite what Elliott described as "some glaring missteps."
Trump has previously expressed admiration for Abbott's handling of border issues, fueling speculation about a potential vice-presidential nod.
Meanwhile, Newsom's inclusion has reignited rumors of his aspirations for higher office, with TIME's Brian Bennett suggesting he could be a Democratic contender for the 2028 presidential race. Bennett noted Newsom's role as a "full-throated attack dog" for Biden, potentially positioning himself as a successor.
The list, released on Wednesday, April 17, features a wide range of personalities including artists, entrepreneurs, athletes, activists, and politicians. Noteworthy mentions on the list include former columnist E Jean Carroll and Special Counsel Jack Smith.
Internet mocks Joe Biden for absence from TIME Magazine's '100 Most Influential People' list
Upon learning of Biden's absence from the TIME Magazine list, the internet swiftly responded with mockery. One X user exclaimed, "This presidency has been a colossal catastrophe." Another user chimed in, stating, "Should have been on it. He is the only president in history to turn the USA into a third world country!"
Should have been on it. He is the only president in history to turn the USA into a third world country!
— tonythomas (@eulagarnetta64) April 19, 2024
A third user weighed in, commenting, "World leaders do not respect or care what the enfeebled occupant in the White House has to say. Under Biden, the US is irrelevant on the world stage." Another individual added, "Ha ha ha! That speaks volumes about our senile Commander in Chief."
World leaders do not respect or care what the enfeebled occupant in the White House has to say.
— The Conservative Read (@theconread) April 19, 2024
Under Biden the US is irrelevant on the world stage.
Ha ha ha! That speaks volumes about our senile Commander in Chief.
— Bill Glover (@GloverBill34081) April 19, 2024
A fifth user remarked, "He’s an idiot, not sure why anyone would ever think he’d make the list."
Another user emphasized, "It helps if one is able to speak fluently." Finally, a seventh user quipped, "He can't remember if he was left off."
He’s an idiot, not sure why anyone would ever think he’d make the list https://t.co/9OdUNusaik
— Tha Truth 🙏🏽👍🏽🏴☠️ (@Wag4Ags) April 20, 2024
It helps if one is able to speak fluently. https://t.co/CD5Ft3R6jE
— Jerry Isbell (@BeaversBend) April 19, 2024
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