Trump Eyes Potential Third Term While Dismissing Vice-Presidential Loophole

Tue Nov 11 2025 00:40:06 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

President Donald Trump hints at the possibility of a third term in the White House, but rules out using the vice-presidential option to bypass constitutional limitations.

US President Donald Trump has expressed his desire for a potential third term while explicitly rejecting the idea of running as vice-president, describing it as 'too cute.' Despite constitutional barriers and uncertainty about the method he might use to pursue a third term, Trump's polling numbers are reportedly the best he has ever seen, fueling speculation about his political future. The 22nd amendment presently prohibits presidents from serving more than two terms, necessitating significant legislative change to allow Trump another bid.

US President Donald Trump has not ruled out the possibility of seeking a third term for the White House, saying he would love to do it.

But Trump rejected the idea of running for vice-president in 2028 — an idea floated by some supporters as a way for him to circumvent the US constitution that bars the president from running for a third term.

Speaking to reporters during his trip to Asia, Trump described the idea as too cute and said it wouldn't be right.

It is unclear what method he would use to run again. Last week, former Trump strategist Steve Bannon said that a plan was in place to secure the 79-year-old president another term.

Speaking aboard Air Force One from Japan, Trump mentioned that while he would be allowed to run again as vice-president, he had no plans to do so. I think people wouldn't like that, he said. It's too cute. It wouldn't be right.

When considering a third term, he stated, I haven't really thought about it. But I have the best poll numbers that I've ever had. He also suggested vice-president JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as potential successors, calling them unstoppable.

The 22nd Amendment of the US constitution bars presidents from seeking a third term. Repealing this amendment would require significant legislative action, including approval from two-thirds of both the House and Senate, or a constitutional convention called by two-thirds of state legislatures, a highly unlikely scenario.

While Trump has indicated he might not run again previously, his continued strong polling numbers have revived discussions about his potential return to the presidential race in 2028.

As the political landscape prepares for 2028, several Democrats have signaled their interest in running, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and former Vice-President Kamala Harris, contributing to a dynamic and unpredictable electoral environment.