‘I Could Win Easily Again,’ Says Trump as He Jokes About a Third Term

Washington: According to the US Constitution, any person can become president only twice. This is the second term of current President Donald Trump, which will last till 2028. Despite this, Trump has expressed his desire to contest the 2028 elections again and become president for the third time. However, he also said that he has not yet considered it seriously.

Why did Trump talk about contesting elections for the third time?

Referring to suggestions from former White House official Steve Bannon, Trump said that the 22nd Amendment of the US Constitution does not allow a third term as president, but it could be done "unconstitutionally." He jokingly said that if he got the chance, he would like to become president for the third time because he has “much better numbers than what it takes to win.”

Who will be the next face in the Republican Party?

Trump named Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance as potential successors in the Republican Party. “We have some great people; one of them is standing right here,” he said. Trump indicated that Rubio and Vance would be the main contenders in the 2028 election.

Is Trump preparing to contest elections again?

Even though Trump said that he has not yet considered contesting the elections for the third time, his recent statements and comments of his supporters indicate that he may make a strategy in this direction. His close associates, like Steve Bannon, have also mentioned this possibility.

Does the Constitution allow becoming president for the third time?

The Constitution of the United States clearly provides that no person can become president more than twice. This rule came into effect in 1951 through the 22nd amendment. In such a situation, it is almost impossible for Trump's wish to be fulfilled legally, but his statements have definitely sparked a new debate in American politics.

This statement of Trump has not only created a stir in political circles but has also awakened new hopes among his supporters. Many Republican leaders are considering this as part of Trump's political strategy, through which he wants to further strengthen his hold in the party. At the same time, the opposition party, the Democrats, have called it against democracy and said that Trump has always been trying to cross constitutional limits.