US Edition'Not something I'm looking to do'; Trump takes U-turn on running for 3rd term, suggests who could succeed him
- Donald Trump stated on Sunday he is not looking to run for a third presidential term and suggested potential successors.
- He emphasized the constitutional ban on more than two terms under the 22nd Amendment, noting strong requests but legal limits.
- Trump highlighted J.D. Vance, his current vice president, and Marco Rubio, who serves as secretary of state, as strong Republican leaders capable of advancing the party's future.
- Trump stated that running was not his intention and referred to Vance as a "fantastic, brilliant guy" while describing Rubio as "great."
- Although Trump continues to attract political speculation, he aims to have four years and then pass leadership to a suitable Republican successor.
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Donald Trump says he doesn't want a third term – and thinks about possible successors
"Trump 2028": Several times the US President has fueled speculation about a constitutionally unconstitutional third term. Now he explains that he has no intention of doing so – and ponders possible successors.
Trump rules out a third term
Is Donald Trump forsaking four more years? In an interview today with NBC’s Kristen Welker, Trump indicated that while his MAGA faithful may be hawking hats in support of a 2028 run, he’s not keen on the idea. “I’ll be an eight-year president,” he said. “I’ll be a two-term president. I always thought that was very important.” His current term, he added, was more than adequate to accomplish something “really spectacular.” The interest that Trump’…
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