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Steve Bannon Responds to Report of MAGA Rift Over Trump 2028 Plans

Steve Bannon Responds to Report of MAGA Rift Over Trump 2028 Plans

Summary

Steve Bannon responded to reports of a disagreement within the MAGA movement about the possibility of President Donald Trump running for a third term in 2028. Bannon suggested there are plans for Trump to remain in office beyond 2028, despite the U.S. Constitution's 22nd Amendment, which limits presidents to two terms. President Trump stated that the Constitution clearly prohibits a third term.

Key Facts

  • Steve Bannon commented on reports of a division in the MAGA movement over Trump possibly running in 2028.
  • Bannon posted "Trump '28" on social media, hinting at plans for Trump to continue in office.
  • The 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution limits a president to two terms.
  • Trump acknowledged that the Constitution prevents him from running for a third term.
  • There are disputes within Trump's supporters, with some pushing for a third term and others opposing it.
  • Trump stated in an interview that he does not plan to run for a third term, emphasizing the constitutional limits.
  • Bannon maintains there are "many different alternatives" for Trump to be president again post-2028, though specifics are unclear.
  • Speaker Mike Johnson noted that amending the Constitution to allow a third term is unlikely.

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