Summary
President Donald Trump has suggested he might consider running for a third term in 2028, although the U.S. Constitution limits presidents to two terms. He mentioned his interest while traveling to Japan and highlighted his strong poll numbers. Constitutional experts agree the 22nd Amendment makes a third-term bid improbable.
Key Facts
- President Trump is currently serving his second term as the U.S. President.
- The U.S. Constitution limits presidents to two four-year terms, as stated in the 22nd Amendment.
- Trump, aged 79, hinted at the possibility of a 2028 run during a trip to Asia, despite the constitutional limitation.
- A hat with the slogan "Trump 2028" is already available for sale.
- Constitutional experts assert that a challenge to the 22nd Amendment would likely fail in court.
- The 22nd Amendment was created in response to President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who served four terms.
- Trump named some potential Republican candidates for 2028, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
- Recent health tests indicated positive results for President Trump's age.