Ana Navarro, co-host of "The View," criticized President-elect Donald Trump's selection as Time Magazine's "Person of the Year," highlighting the historical precedent of controversial figures receiving the title.

Navarro pointed out that the distinction isn't necessarily an honor, given that figures like Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin have also been named "Person of the Year." She remarked on the company Trump now keeps, referencing past recipients such as Nikita Khrushchev and Ayatollah Khomeini.

Trump's recognition follows a pattern of Time Magazine bestowing the title on the presidential election victor, a tradition observed since George W. Bush in 2000. Trump previously received the title in 2016.

Time Magazine justified their choice by emphasizing Trump's political resurgence and his reshaping of the electoral landscape after defeating Kamala Harris. They stated that Trump is once again a dominant global figure, in a position of strength.

Navarro also brought up reports of Trump displaying a fabricated Time cover featuring himself in some of his properties. The fake cover, as reported by The Washington Post, highlighted Trump's success with "The Apprentice."

Navarro's comments drew attention to the historical context of the "Person of the Year" title. Hitler was recognized in 1938, Stalin in 1939, and Khomeini in 1979. More recent recipients include Barack Obama (2008 and 2012), Pope Francis (2013), and Taylor Swift (2023).

The Washington Post's Philip Bump suggested that Trump's 2024 win carried an asterisk due to the predictability of the choice, noting the potential financial benefits for Time Magazine given the large number of Trump supporters.

Contribution by Fox News Digital’s David Rutz.