President Donald Trump said it is “pretty clear” the U.S. Constitution does not allow him to run for a third term, putting to rest speculation from allies who hinted at a possible 2028 bid.
Trump seems to acknowledge he can't run for a third term: "It's too bad"https://t.co/sX5CLaj9rl
— MSN (@MSN) October 29, 2025
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to South Korea, Trump noted that while his approval ratings are at record highs, “I guess I’m not allowed to run, so we’ll see what happens.”
House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed he had discussed the issue with the president and acknowledged that constitutional limits prevent another Trump run.
Speaker Mike Johnson says he does not “see the path” for President Trump to seek a third term, claiming Trump enjoys "trolling the Democrats."
— ABC News (@ABC) October 28, 2025
"I think the president knows, and he and I have talked about, the constrictions of the Constitution." https://t.co/DPHav4NXIJ pic.twitter.com/3jBGcOSvfV
Despite some supporters, including Steve Bannon, suggesting otherwise, most Republican leaders have dismissed the idea.
Trump also rejected the notion of running as vice president to later reclaim the presidency, calling it “too cute” and “not right.”
President Trump said it's "too bad' that he can't seek a third term in office, touting his "highest poll numbers that I've ever had." https://t.co/QH7957mJPH pic.twitter.com/QlAEXIbN1V
— ABC News (@ABC) October 29, 2025
Still, “Trump 2028” hats and chatter around a potential third term continue circulating among his most loyal followers.
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