Donald Trump has stated he has not ruled out seeking a third term as U.S. President. He dismissed the concept of running for vice president in 2028, an idea previously suggested by some of his supporters as a method to potentially navigate constitutional limits on presidential terms.
President's Statement on Future Candidacy
During a trip to Asia, President Trump indicated that he would "love to do it" when asked about the possibility of seeking a third term for the White House. The U.S. Constitution generally limits a president to two terms.
Rejection of Vice Presidential Role
President Trump addressed the suggestion by some supporters that he could run for vice president in 2028. He described this idea as "too cute" and stated that it "wouldn't be right." This concept had been floated as a potential way to allow him to serve another term in office, circumventing the constitutional barrier against a third presidential term.
The specific method Trump might employ to pursue another term remains unstated.
Strategist's Comments
Last week, former Trump strategist Steve Bannon commented that a "plan" was in place to secure a subsequent term for the 79-year-old president.