2025: A Year to Remember
In 2025, several significant events shaped the political landscape, making it a year to remember. Here are the top ten highlights that left a mark on the country.
At number ten, there was the Democrats’ 43-day government shutdown, a period that left many Americans anxious over the potential loss of their SNAP benefits. “For just over a month, from October 1st to mid-November, the media largely acted as if this shutdown was non-existent, while Democrats continued to reject proposals,” McIntyre noted. It raises an interesting question: if a government shuts down and it goes unnoticed, did it really shut down at all?
Coming in at number nine is what’s been dubbed the “Crash Out Efficiency Category.” Much has been discussed about Elon Musk’s influence on Trump’s 2024 campaign. With Trump’s inauguration, a new Department of Government Efficiency was established and unearthed significant corruption and abuse. However, the excitement surrounding DOGE has faded, making it almost a relic of the past.
Next, at number eight, was the historic election of Zoran Mamdani as mayor of New York City. Just decades after the largest terrorist attack of the 21st century targeted the city, it surprisingly elected an Islamist leader.
Number seven focused on President Trump’s stringent immigration policies, particularly on deportations, which seem unlikely to slow down in the near future. Official statistics may vary, but one thing is certain: deportations will persist.
Sixth on the list is “Operation Midnight Hammer.” On June 22, the U.S. spearheaded a highly complex military operation alongside Israel against Iran, sending a clear message to its adversaries.
Fifth was the death of Pope Francis, followed by the election of a new pope on May 8, who shocked the world by being the first American-born pope. Some, including Diace, already believe Pope Leo is worse than his predecessor.
Fourth place marks Liberation Day, when the Trump administration declared Emancipation Day on April 2 and imposed tariffs on goods from nearly every corner of the globe. These tariffs were pitched as a strategy to boost government revenue and secure better trade deals.
In third place is “Trump 2.0,” signaling the beginning of Trump’s second term as president. The second runner-up is what McIntyre describes as “the future of the right wing.” They argue that prominent conservative figures, including Tucker Carlson, might have erred by uplifting controversial voices within the movement.
Finally, the number one story of the year is the tragic death of American martyr Charlie Kirk. His killing, witnessed by the public, sparked numerous heartfelt tributes, including one from the White House.
