President Trump Rules Out 2028 Third Term Bid Citing Constitutional Limits
President Trump acknowledges the 22nd Amendment prevents a 2028 third term bid, a position solidified after discussions with House Speaker Mike Johnson on constitutional limits.
Trump seems to rule out third term after dangling 2028 run
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Overview
- President Trump has acknowledged he cannot seek a third term in 2028, citing the US Constitution's 22nd Amendment, which limits presidents to two terms.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed discussions with President Trump, where Johnson explained the constitutional limitations on a third presidential term.
- Despite previously displaying 'Trump 2028' merchandise and declining to rule out a run, President Trump has now seemingly ruled out the possibility.
- Amending the Constitution to change term limits would be a lengthy and complex process, requiring a two-thirds majority in Congress or a convention called by state legislatures.
- Both Speaker Johnson and President Trump now acknowledge that amending the Constitution to allow a third term for Trump is not feasible.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame this story by highlighting former President Trump's past challenges to constitutional norms, even as he concedes the 22nd Amendment. They use language like 'toying with the idea' and conclude by linking his past third-term musings to his efforts to overturn the 2020 election and the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, suggesting a pattern of disregard for established processes.
"Trump’s dismissal of a 2028 run is unlikely to temper claims among Democrats that he would try to remain in power."
Deadline"Trump appears to have ruled out an attempt to run for a third term, a move that is prohibited by the Constitution but has been floated by some of the president's allies and Trump himself."
NBC News"Trump conceded that the law is "pretty clear" against such a scenario."
USA TODAY"Mr. Trump seemed to rule out that idea on Monday."
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FAQ
The 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution limits a person to being elected president no more than twice, effectively barring any individual from serving more than two elected terms.
President Trump has ruled out a 2028 third term bid because the 22nd Amendment constitutionally prevents any person from being elected president more than twice, as clarified in discussions with House Speaker Mike Johnson.
House Speaker Mike Johnson discussed the constitutional limitations with President Trump, explaining that the 22nd Amendment prevents a third term, which contributed to Trump’s acknowledgement that a third term is not feasible.
Amending the Constitution to allow a third presidential term is a lengthy and complex process requiring a two-thirds majority in both houses of Congress or a national convention called by state legislatures, followed by ratification from three-fourths of the states.
By acknowledging he cannot seek a third term due to constitutional limits, President Trump is effectively confirming he will not run for president in 2028, which could influence his political strategy and legacy going forward.
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